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Explore the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter through 'Becoming Beatrix,' a captivating biography that reveals the remarkable journey of one of history's most beloved children's authors. Aimed at readers aged 9 to 12, this beautifully illustrated book delves deep into Potter's life, portraying her not just as the creator of Peter Rabbit and other iconic characters, but as a pioneering natural scientist, mycologist, environmentalist, and businesswoman who thrived in a male-dominated society. From her early influences and artistic endeavors to her groundbreaking research in fungi and her passion for conservation, 'Becoming Beatrix' paints a rich portrait of a woman who forged her own path to independence and success. This cloth-over-board edition, published by Chicago Review Press in 2022, is a must-have for young readers interested in nature, literature, and history. As an excellent addition to any young reader's library, this book encourages a love for storytelling and the natural world. Plus, enjoy the benefit of free shipping on this item, with delivery expected within six weeks. Remember, once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Discover the inspiring story of Beatrix Potter and ignite a passion for creativity and environmentalism in the hearts of the next generation!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781641604406
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2022
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Description:
Age range 9 to 12
Beatrix Potter forged her own creative path to independence, fame, and financial success.
Peter Rabbit, HuncaMunca, Mrs.Tiggy-Winkle, SquirrelNutkin, Jemima Puddle-Duck — many readers are familiar with the animal characters created by British author and illustrator Beatrix Potter. But she was so much more than a painter of watercolour bunnies in little blue jackets or ducks waddling about in bonnets and shawls. She was a natural scientist, mycologist, environmentalist, preservationist, farmer, and expert sheep breeder. Beatrix Potter was a woman ahead of her time, making her own decisions and handling her own business affairs despite living in a Victorian society that was unaccustomed to unmarried women doing so.
Becoming Beatrixcovers Potter’s early life and influences, artistic work, fascination with animals and the natural sciences, and interest and research in fungi, as well as her writing and illustration journey and her later years as a wife, farmer, businesswoman, and conservationist.
This is the story of Beatrix beyond the bunnies.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781641604406
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2022
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Description:
Age range 9 to 12
Beatrix Potter forged her own creative path to independence, fame, and financial success.
Peter Rabbit, HuncaMunca, Mrs.Tiggy-Winkle, SquirrelNutkin, Jemima Puddle-Duck — many readers are familiar with the animal characters created by British author and illustrator Beatrix Potter. But she was so much more than a painter of watercolour bunnies in little blue jackets or ducks waddling about in bonnets and shawls. She was a natural scientist, mycologist, environmentalist, preservationist, farmer, and expert sheep breeder. Beatrix Potter was a woman ahead of her time, making her own decisions and handling her own business affairs despite living in a Victorian society that was unaccustomed to unmarried women doing so.
Becoming Beatrixcovers Potter’s early life and influences, artistic work, fascination with animals and the natural sciences, and interest and research in fungi, as well as her writing and illustration journey and her later years as a wife, farmer, businesswoman, and conservationist.
This is the story of Beatrix beyond the bunnies.