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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this... Read Full Overview

"Chug-a-rum " said Grandfather Frog. And then he told why Peter Rabbit -- and all rabbits -- cannot bend their wrists. He told a thousand stories, in fact, because that's what Grandfather Frog was meant to do. Stories of Rabbits, Chipmunks, Possums, Foxes... Read Full Overview

In Mother West Wind "Why" Stories, Thornton W. Burgess brings young readers into a magical woodland where animals speak and every trait has a tale behind it. These origin fables explain how familiar forest friends got their spots, tails, habits, and homes-always with a touch... Read Full Overview

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"Mother West Wind 'Why' Stories" by Thornton W. Burgess is a collection of charming tales that delve into the whimsical world of animal folklore, explaining the origins of various animal traits and behaviors. The book is structured around a series of stories narrated by Grandfather... Read Full Overview