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The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
"The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck" is a charming children's book written and illustrated by Beatrix Potter, first published in 1908. The story follows the adventures of Jemima Puddle-Duck, a domestic duck who longs to hatch her own eggs. Here's a summary of the plot:
Jemima Puddle-Duck lives on a farm where she lays eggs, but she is unable to hatch them because the farmer's wife keeps taking them away. One day, Jemima decides to find a secret nesting place where she can lay and hatch her eggs in peace.
While exploring the countryside, she meets a friendly fox named Mr. Tod, who invites her to use his cozy, empty shed as a nesting place. Unbeknownst to Jemima, Mr. Tod has sinister intentions. He plans to invite her for dinner instead.
A kind and clever collie dog named Kep becomes suspicious of Mr. Tod's motives and decides to intervene. With the help of other farm animals, Kep devises a plan to rescue Jemima.
In the end, Kep and the other animals manage to save Jemima from Mr. Tod's clutches. She returns safely to the farm and eventually hatches her eggs, leading a happy and contented life with her ducklings.
"The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck" highlights themes of trust, friendship, and the importance of being cautious when making new acquaintances.
