The Adventures of Bob White by Thornton W. Burgess
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About this eBook
| Author | Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo), 1874-1965 |
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| Illustrator | Cady, Harrison, 1877-1970 |
| Title | The Adventures of Bob White |
| Note | Reading ease score: 89.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Adventures of Bob White" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the life of Bob White, a cheerful and industrious quail, and explores themes of friendship, nature, and survival in the wild. Described through engaging narratives and delightful illustrations, the story unveils the joys and challenges faced by Bob and his family as they navigate their existence in the meadows and forests. The story begins with Bob White establishing a home and introduces his supportive family, including Mrs. Bob and their fifteen chicks. As the narrative unfolds, Bob encounters various animals, both friends like Peter Rabbit and foes like Reddy Fox and Redtail the Hawk. Bob’s resourcefulness shines as he cleverly outsmarts predators while protecting his family and assisting Farmer Brown with pest control in the garden. The book culminates in a poignant moment when one of Bob's chicks is shot by a hunter but is rescued by Farmer Brown's boy, leading to a developing bond between the boy and the Bob White family. Ultimately, the tale celebrates the interconnections between humans and wildlife, advocating for respect and kindness towards nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Birds -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Northern bobwhite -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46950 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2014 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 170 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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