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The Tale of Mr. Tod

The Tale of Mr. Tod

Children's BooksAnimals
Pages
94
Published
1911
Language
English

Synopsis

When the disagreeable Tommy Brock kidnaps Flopsy's young family, Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny set out on a dangerous rescue mission. They must navigate the territory of two fierce enemies, a badger and a fox, who are locked in a bitter feud. This classic adventure follows the rabbits as they use their wits to save the babies before it is too late.

Prose complexity
3/10

Vibe

AdventurousTenseWhimsicalLighthearted
QuestRivalsSurvival

Genres

Children's Books Animals Classics

Authors

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Beatrix Potter

Helen Beatrix Potter (28 July 1866 – 22 December 1943) was an English writer, illustrator, natural scientist, and conservationist. She is best known for her children's books featuring animals, such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which was her first published work in 1902. Her books, including 23 Tales, have sold more than 250 million copies. Potter was also a pioneer of merchandising—in 1903, Peter Rabbit was the first fictional character to be made into a patented stuffed toy, making him the olde...

Characters

Peter RabbitProtagonist

One of the two brave rabbits who embark on a dangerous rescue mission to save Flopsy's kidnapped family.

Benjamin BunnyProtagonist

Peter Rabbit's cousin and companion, who joins him on the perilous journey to rescue the young rabbits.

Tommy BrockAntagonist

A disagreeable badger who kidnaps Flopsy's young family, setting off the rescue mission.

The TodAntagonist

A fierce fox whose territory Peter and Benjamin must navigate, and who is locked in a feud with Tommy Brock.

FlopsySupporting

The mother whose young family is kidnapped by Tommy Brock, prompting the rescue efforts of Peter and Benjamin.

All characters in The Tale of Mr. Tod

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Tale of Mr. Tod part of a series?

    Yes, The Tale of Mr. Tod is one of Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit books, featuring characters from her earlier stories.

  • What kind of story is The Tale of Mr. Tod?

    It is a children's story that involves a chase and a conflict between animals, characteristic of Beatrix Potter's animal tales.

  • Are Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny in The Tale of Mr. Tod?

    Yes, Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny are central characters in The Tale of Mr. Tod.