The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum

EAN : 9791041827121

BURGESS THORNTON W.

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EAN : 9791041827121

Paru le : 17 juil. 2023

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Détails

EAN13 : 9791041827121
Réf. fournisseur : 291196
Date Parution : 17 juil. 2023
Disponibilite : Disponible
Barème de remise : NS
Nombre de pages : 54
Format : H:210 mm L:148 mm E:3 mm
Poids : 84gr

Résumé

Résumé : "The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum" by Thornton W. Burgess is a delightful tale set in the Green Forest and Green Meadows, where Unc' Billy Possum, a clever and mischievous character, embarks on various adventures. The story begins with Unc' Billy being caught by Farmer Brown's boy after sneaking into the hen-house for eggs. However, Unc' Billy cleverly pretends to be dead, allowing him to escape when the boy is distracted. This incident sets the tone for the rest of the narrative, showcasing Unc' Billy's cunning nature. Throughout the story, Unc' Billy interacts with other forest creatures, including Reddy Fox, Jimmy Skunk, and Sammy Jay. Reddy Fox, who is often outsmarted by Unc' Billy, becomes a source of humor as he mistakenly believes he has seen Unc' Billy's ghost. Meanwhile, Unc' Billy's longing for his family in "Ol' Virginny" leads him to send a message via Skimmer the Swallow, inviting them to join him in the Green Forest. The narrative is filled with humorous episodes, such as Bobby Coon accidentally entering Unc' Billy's home and the chaos that ensues when a runaway cabbage disrupts a gathering. The story also highlights themes of friendship and community, as the forest animals come together for a surprise party for Unc' Billy's family, despite the mischievous plans of Sammy Jay and his cohorts to disrupt the event. Burgess's tale is a charming exploration of woodland life, filled with lessons about cleverness, the importance of family, and the value of community. The story's engaging characters and lighthearted tone make it a timeless piece of children's literature.
Biographie : Born January 17, 1874 in Sandwich, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod, Burgess was the son of Caroline F. Haywood and Thornton W. Burgess Sr., a direct descendant of Thomas Burgess, one of the first Sandwich settlers in 1637. Thornton, Sr., died the same year his son was born, and the young Thornton, Jr. was brought up by his mother in Sandwich. They lived in humble circumstances. As a youth, he worked tending cows, picking trailing arbutus (mayflowers) or berries, shipping water lilies from local ponds, selling candy, and trapping muskrats. William C. Chipman, one of his employers, lived on Discovery Hill Road, a wildlife habitat of woodland and wetland. This habitat became the setting of many stories in which Burgess refers to Smiling Pool and the Old Briar Patch.