Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter Author:Beatrix Potter The Great Big Treasury of Beatrix Potter combines three popular collections of stories: Giant Treasury of Peter Rabbit, Giant Treasury of Beatrix Potter and Further Adventures of Peter Rabbit and His Friends. Allinall, the collection contains nineteen of Potters charming stories to be listened to and enjoyed again and again. — The treasury starts... more » out with the infamous Peter Rabbit, who trespasses in Mr. McGregors garden and gets his pants caught in the fence on the way out. For years, children have felt a stab of sympathy as Peter, punished by his mama, watches his brothers and sisters enjoy dinner without him. Children are also delighted by Two Bad Mice, naughty mice who wreak havoc in poor Janes room. In fact, so any of Potters stories deal with the impish and mischievous nature of youngsters, which can most likely be attributed to her observations as a governess. Other classic Potter characters make their appearance in the treasury as well, including Benjamin Bunny, Mr. Jeremy Fisher, Jemima PuddleDuck, and Mrs. Tittlemouse.
Beatrix Potter was an ecologist, a governess, and a lover of animals, which accounts for her beautifully illustrated tales of lovable animals in pastoral settings. Potters enchanting stories have captivated children since their conceptions in the early 20th century. Many a parent has introduced their child to the wonder of books through the enthralling works of Beatrix Potter.