Margaret Lane
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When Beatrix Potter died, few people knew the full story of her life. Margaret Lane's remarkable piece of literary detective work, originally published only three years after Beatrix's death, told her story for the first time. Extensively revised in 1985 to include new material that had come to light, and now available in this eBook format, it remains essential reading for anyone interested in the background to the author of the famous Peter Rabbit...
2) The frog
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An introduction to the life cycle of frogs, detailing their transformation from a tadpole, their mating habits, and the difficulty of life for them in the 20th century.
3) The spider
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A brief introduction to several species of spiders, discussing their physiology, reproduction, and behavior, including the female's curious propensity to eat her mate.
4) The fox
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Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of foxes and explains how they hunt for food and raise their young.
5) The beaver
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An exploration into the habits and behavior of beavers, including how they build dams and raise their young.
6) The squirrel
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Text and illustrations survey the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of the squirrel.