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Burgess, Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo)
1874
1965
Burgess, Thornton Waldo
Cady, Harrison
1877
1970
Cady, Walter Harrison
Cady, W. Harrison (Walter Harrison)
The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer
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"The Adventures of Lightfoot the Deer" by Thornton W. Burgess is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Lightfoot, a deer navigating the dangers posed by hunters and the complexities of life in the Green Forest. Through Lightfoot's perspective, readers are introduced to themes of survival, friendship, and the natural world. At the start of the tale, we meet Peter Rabbit, who encounters Lightfoot and expresses concern for the dangers that the duck family faces during their migratory journey, particularly from hunters. Lightfoot shares his own struggles with understanding human hunters and the fear they instill in the forest's inhabitants. The narrative unfolds as Lightfoot's need to remain vigilant against human threats becomes apparent, setting the stage for a larger exploration of the challenges he and his fellow creatures face in their quest for safety amidst the beauty of the natural world. As the story progresses, the interconnections of the forest community and the impact of man's actions are further emphasized, providing a rich foundation for young readers to contemplate nature and its vulnerabilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 89.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Animals -- Juvenile fiction
Deer -- Juvenile fiction
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Children's Literature
Children's Book Series
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Novels
Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals
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