A whimsical departure from Beatrix Potter’s usual moral lessons, meet Nutkin - a cheeky squirrel who pushes his luck too far. While the rest of the squirrel colony focuses on gathering nuts as polite offerings for the formidable Old Brown the owl, Nutkin spends his days dancing and taunting the predator with cryptic riddles. His playful arrogance eventually meets a sharp end when the owl loses his patience, resulting in a narrow, tail-shortening escape. It is a vibrant, rhythmic story that serves as a witty cautionary tale about the perils of impertinence and the importance of knowing when to stop joking.
Frederick Warne / Penguin 1989
Original and authorized edition
Hardback, dark green, 59 pages
Approximate measurements: 11 x 14.5 cms
Condition: very good: Missing original dust jacket.
