"The Tale of Two Bad Mice" by Beatrix Potter is a delightful early 20th-century children's tale about two mice, Tom Thumb and Hunca Munca, and their adventures in a doll's house. The story revolves around themes of mischief and curiosity when the mice find a doll's house belonging to dolls Lucinda and Jane. Expecting a feast, they're upset to discover the food is fake, leading to funny antics.Tom Thumb and Hunca Munca then smash plates, steal items, and make a mess in their anger and disappointment. Despite their naughty behaviour, the story ends on a sweet note when they try to make up for their actions, showing a lesson about taking responsibility and respecting other people's things, all wrapped up in Potter's signature charming illustrations and engaging storytelling.
The Tale of Two Bad Mice
By Beatrix Potter
Two tiny mice turn a beautiful dollhouse upside down when they discover its delicious-looking food is nothing but a cruel trick.
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About the AuthorHelen Beatrix Heelis, usually known as Beatrix Potter, 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 commercially published work in 1902. Her books, including The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck and The Tale of Tom Kitten, have sold more than 250 million copies.An entrepreneur, Potter was a pioneer of character merchandising. In 1903, Peter Rabbit was the first fictional character to be made into a patented stuffed toy, making him the oldest licensed character.
Helen Beatrix Heelis, usually known as Beatrix Potter, 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 commercially published work in 1902. Her books, including The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck and The Tale of Tom Kitten, have sold more than 250 million copies.An entrepreneur, Potter was a pioneer of character merchandising. In 1903, Peter Rabbit was the first fictional character to be made into a patented stuffed toy, making him the oldest licensed character.
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