The Tale of Peter Rabbit is a classic children’s tale which was written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter. First published privately in 1901, it is one of the best-selling books of all time. It tells the story of a mischievous rabbit who likes to eat the vegetables in Mr McGregor’s garden. He is chased by Mr McGregor but manages to escape and return home safely to his mother.
Beatrix Potter, who was a native of England, was the author and illustrator of over 20 children’s books starring such characters as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, and Benjamin Bunny. Potter was also a successful farmer, conservationist and natural scientist. She left much of her land holdings to the National Trust, part of which now constitutes the Lake District National Park in England.
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