
THE ADVENTURES OF BOB WHITE - By Thornton W. Burgess - Author of “Old Mother West Wind,” “The Bedtime Story-Books,” etc. - With Illustrations by Harrison Cady - Boston: Little, Brown, And Company 1919
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THE ADVENTURES OF BOB WHITE
I. A CHEERFUL WORKER
II. BOB WHITE HAS VISITORS
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III. BOB DECIDES TO BUILD A HOME
IV. BOB WHITE AND PETER BECOME NEIGHBORS
Bob White is a sprightly little bird whose clear whistle brightens the fields of Green Meadows and the Old Orchard. With his brown, white, and black plumage, he’s more than a cheerful songbird—he’s a diligent helper, pulling up weed seeds and chasing insects that threaten Farmer Brown’s crops. The farmer’s boy quickly comes to rely on him, and the surrounding feathered friends admire his tireless work and infectious optimism, even as predators like Reddy Fox keep a wary eye on him.
When Peter Rabbit hears Bob’s lively tune, he can’t resist paying a visit, curious about the bird’s seemingly endless cheer. Their brief chat reveals a deeper side to Bob: despite his constant humming, he carries worries that he refuses to let dampen his spirit. Their budding friendship hints at new adventures in the meadow, where Bob’s bright outlook may be put to the test.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (81K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books
Release date
2014-09-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1874–1965
A beloved storyteller of the natural world, he turned forests, meadows, and marshes into lively neighborhoods where animal characters taught gentle lessons about kindness, caution, and curiosity. His books helped generations of young readers see wildlife with affection and respect.
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