The Tale of Peter Rabbit

5C Beatrix Potter. London: Frederick Warne and Co., Ca. 1915.  Notes The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter is a beloved children’s story first published in 1902. It follows the mischievous adventures of a young rabbit named Peter, who disobeys his mother’s warning and sneaks into Mr. McGregor’s garden to eat vegetables. There, he narrowly escapes capture, losing his shoes and jacket in the process. After a tense chase, Peter manages to find his way home, exhausted and frightened, while his well-behaved siblings enjoy a peaceful evening with bread and milk. The story is simple yet rich with charm, moral lessons, and gentle humor. Potter’s delicate watercolor illustrations complement the text beautifully, bringing the English countryside and its animal inhabitants vividly to life. At its heart, The Tale of Peter Rabbit teaches lessons about obedience, consequences, and the comforts of home, while celebrating curiosity and the vivid world of childhood. Its enduring popularity has mad