Thornton W. Burgess
Thornton W. Burgess was a beloved American author and naturalist, best known for his enchanting children's stories featuring animal characters that taught valuable lessons about nature and conservation. Born on January 14, 1874, in Sandwich, Massachusetts, Burgess developed a deep love for the outdoors from a young age, which greatly influenced his writing. His charming tales, such as those of Peter Rabbit and Johnny Chuck, not only entertained young readers but also sparked a curiosity about the natural world, encouraging them to appreciate and protect the environment around them.
With a career spanning several decades, Burgess wrote over 170 books and countless short stories, becoming a cherished figure in children's literature. His gentle storytelling style and vivid descriptions of woodland creatures resonate with readers of all ages, inviting them to explore the wonders of nature. As you delve into his works in our app, you'll discover the delightful adventures of his animal friends, each one reflecting his passion for wildlife and the importance of living in harmony with the earth. Enjoy the journey through Burgess's timeless tales!
Mother West Wind 'Why' Stories
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Thornton W. Burgess
Thornton W. Burgess was a conservationist and prolific author of children's books. His gently humorous stories about the animals of the mead…
The Adventures of Bob White
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Thornton W. Burgess
The Adventures of Bob White is another in the long line of children's books by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this book, Bob White…
The Adventures of Mr. Mocker (Dramatic Reading)
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When an innocent blue jay starts talking in his sleep, it's up to him to find out what's going on in this fun, naturalistic, Southern-style …
The Adventures of Grandfather Frog
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Longlegs the Blue Heron felt decidedly out of sorts. It was a beautiful morning, too beautiful for any one to be feeling that way. Indeed, i…
The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer
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The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer is another set of children’s stories by the conservationist, Thornton W. Burgess. More serious than som…
The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum
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Another short story for children by the well-known conversationalist and writer, Thornton W. Burgess. This story revolves around Unc' Billy …
The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack
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"Hello, Jerry Muskrat! We'd forgotten all about you," said Mrs. Quack. "What was that you said?" Jerry good-naturedly re…
Blacky the Crow
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Blacky the Crow is a clever rascal who lives in the Green Forest and Meadow. He loves to play tricks on the other little people who are his …
The Adventures of Bobby Coon
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Thornton W. Burgess
"In this engaging story, Bobby Raccoon suffers a series of mishaps. Following a bad dream, he bites his own tail, is given a dreadful f…
Happy Jack
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The adventures and perils of Happy Jack the Squirrel in the Green Forest, co-starring Happy Jack's cousins Chatterer the Red Squirrel and St…
Mother West Wind "When" Stories
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Thornton Burgess gives us a collection of stories about the animals, explaining 'when' they got their peculiar traits. As usual the stories…
Mother West Wind "How" Stories
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Peter Rabbit has many questions. How did Howler the Wolf get his name? How did Lightfoot the Deer learn to jump? How did Drummer the Woodpec…
Mother West Wind's Animal Friends
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This is the 6th compilation of childrens bedtime stories by conservationist and newspaper columnist author Thornton Waldo Burgess. Burgess u…
Whitefoot the Wood Mouse
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This is the story of Whitefoot the wood mouse, the most timid and shy creature in all the Green Forest. You see, Whitefoot has many enemies …
Mother West Wind 'Where' Stories
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Thornton W. Burgess
The continuing adventures of Peter Cottontail and his friends. - Summary by Jude Somers
The Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel (version 3)
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Thornton W. Burgess
Chatterer the Red Squirrel finds himself in trouble again and is forced to abandon his old home. As the search for a new home begins, Chatte…
The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer (Version 2)
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Thornton W. Burgess
Lightfoot and his friends, Sammy Jay and Paddy Beaver, help each other through hunting season in the Green Forest. - Summary by Jude Somers
Buster Bear's Twins
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Continuing the adventure of Buster Bear, we meet his twins, Boxer and Woof-Woof, from their first bath to misadventures with neighbors inclu…
The Adventures of Reddy Fox (version 2)
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This timeless story tells of an overconfident little fox who steals a plump pet hen and is hotly pursued by Farmer Brown's boy and Bowser th…
The Adventures of Peter Cottontail (version 2)
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This is the story of Peter Rabbit, a mischievous, but cautious, lagomorph who lives in the Green Meadows. Peter Rabbit begins his adventures…