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Faithfully reproduced with the delicate watercolour illustrations that have enchanted families for over a century, each small hardback book wears its iconic white jacket and includes a publisher's note explaining how the story came to be. From naughty Peter Rabbit to tidy Mrs Tittlemouse and unlucky Mr Jeremy Fisher, this brand-new giftset is a treasured keepsake for any nursery bookshelf or family library.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe works of Beatrix Potter have been a phenomenon ever since The Tale of Peter Rabbit was first published in 1902, a story that famously sold out before it even reached the shelves. This deluxe collection brings all twenty-three original tales together in the small, pocket-sized hardback format they were always meant to be enjoyed in, making it a wonderful way to introduce a new generation of readers to these classics. Inside you will meet every much-loved character, from mischievous Peter Rabbit sneaking into Mr McGregor's garden and his cousin Benjamin Bunny, to roly-poly Tom Kitten, silly Squirrel Nutkin and poor Jemima Puddle-Duck. Alongside the famous animal adventures sit gentler stories such as The Tailor of Gloucester and quieter favourites like The Tale of Mrs Tittlemouse, plus two collections of nursery rhymes to round out the set. Each of the twenty-three books features Potter's own beautifully detailed watercolour artwork and her warm, gently humorous storytelling. Every volume includes a short publisher's note describing the origins of the tale, adding context for grown-ups sharing the stories at bedtime. Presented in a sturdy, collectible box, the set is designed to be treasured, displayed and handed down through the years. 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Born in London, she spent childhood holidays in Scotland and the Lake District, whose landscapes and wildlife inspired her enchanting animal characters. She created The Tale of Peter Rabbit in 1902 and went on to write and illustrate more than twenty further tales, painting each with her signature delicate watercolours. A pioneering conservationist, she used her success to buy and protect farmland in the Lake District, later bequeathing it to the National Trust, and remains a beloved figure over a century on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll love gathering all 23 original tales in one keepsake box set, complete with Beatrix Potter's iconic white-jacketed hardbacks and her timeless watercolour illustrations. 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