"The Adventures of Johnny Chuck" is a classic children's book written by Thornton W. Burgess. First published in 1913, the book is part of Burgess's larger series known as "The Bedtime Story-Books," which features animal characters and imparts moral lessons in an engaging and entertaining manner. The story revolves around the main character, Johnny Chuck, a woodchuck who lives in the Green Meadows. Johnny is a curious and adventurous little creature who decides to leave his old home and find a new one. As he explores ...
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"The Adventures of Johnny Chuck" is a classic children's book written by Thornton W. Burgess. First published in 1913, the book is part of Burgess's larger series known as "The Bedtime Story-Books," which features animal characters and imparts moral lessons in an engaging and entertaining manner. The story revolves around the main character, Johnny Chuck, a woodchuck who lives in the Green Meadows. Johnny is a curious and adventurous little creature who decides to leave his old home and find a new one. As he explores the world around him, he encounters various animal friends, including Reddy Fox, Sammy Jay, and Jimmy Skunk. Throughout the narrative, Johnny Chuck learns important lessons about the consequences of his actions and the value of friendship. The author uses the interactions between the animal characters to teach young readers about the importance of honesty, kindness, and the natural order of the animal kingdom. Thornton W. Burgess was known for his ability to weave educational elements seamlessly into his stories, making them both entertaining and informative for children. "The Adventures of Johnny Chuck" is no exception, as it combines a charming narrative with valuable life lessons, making it a timeless and beloved classic in children's literature.
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Add this copy of The Adventures of Johnny Chuck to cart. $19.97, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published by Little, Brown, and company.
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Add this copy of The Adventures of Johnny Chuck (the Bedtime Story-Books to cart. $21.99, fair condition, Sold by My Dead Aunt's Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hyattsville, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1913 by Little, Brown, and Company.
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Fair. Presumed first ed., September 1913; 120 p., faintly smudged in places but unmarked; book plate on front end page is not filled in; many ill., one detached; front gutter cracked; boards bumped and rubbed, esp. at crown and foot of spine. The front board has stamped ill. in red, and black on beige.
