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 (Description) 

Author: Thornton W. Burgess. Harrison Cady, illustrator.
Title: Mrs. Peter Rabbit.
Publisher: Boston, Little Brown and Company, 1925.
Size: 8" X 6".
Pages: viii-205 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good original illustrated hardcover binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown, cold stamp of a previous owner on the half-title page - as shown).
Illustrations: Nicely illustrated with 8 full-page color illustrations by Harrison Cady.

The book: "A rare 1925 edition of ""Mrs. Peter Rabbit"" by Thornton W. Burgess, published by Little Brown and Company, Boston. This beloved children's book is part of Burgess's extensive series featuring animal characters and their adventures in the Green Forest and the Green Meadows. The book is attractively bound in an original illustrated hardcover, enhancing its collectible appeal.

"Mrs. Peter Rabbit" continues the delightful tales of Peter Rabbit and his friends, introducing new adventures and characters. Burgess's stories are cherished for their charm, moral lessons, and the gentle introduction of nature's ways to young readers."

The author: Thornton W. Burgess (1874–1965) was an American conservationist and author of children's stories. His work often focused on wildlife and nature, aiming to teach young readers about the importance of conservation and the natural world.

The illustrator:  Harrison Cady (1877–1970) was an American illustrator known for his delightful depictions of animal characters. His illustrations for "Mrs. Peter Rabbit" likely capture the whimsy and charm of Burgess's story, bringing the characters and their world to life.