by Beatrix Potter · Warne · tapa dura · ISBN 9780723206125
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«The Story of Miss Moppet» is the children's tale written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter, published by Warne in hardcover (34 pages, in English).
A kitten named Miss Moppet tries to catch a mouse that teases her. The hunt becomes a battle of wits, and the mouse always seems to have the upper hand. With illustrations by the author, the tale combines humor and tenderness in a brief narrative, intended for the youngest readers.
Originally published in 1906, it is part of the Potter 23 Tales series, the tenth installment of The World of Beatrix Potter.
Aimed at children aged 4 to 7 and at those who want to start with Beatrix Potter's tales in English.
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.
