How Mr. Rabbit Lost his Tail: Hollow Tree Stories: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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How Mr. Rabbit Lost his Tail: Hollow Tree Stories is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Paine, Albert Bigelow (1861–1937).
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"How Mr. Rabbit Lost his Tail" by Albert Bigelow Paine is a whimsical children's story that is part of the "Hollow Tree Stories" series, written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the themes of pride, humor, and the consequences of one's actions, particularly through the lens of anthropomorphized animal characters. The book likely explores the topic of family history through entertaining tales that convey moral lessons. The story follows Mr. Rabbit as he recounts the tale of his great-grandfather, who once boasted about being the fastest in the forest. In a race against Mr. Tortoise, Mr. Rabbit's pride leads him to underestimate his opponent, resulting in a comedic mishap where he loses his tail while trying to shake loose Mr. Tortoise's grip. This incident is then tied to a broader narrative about how the rabbit family, in fear of being seen as different or laughed at, discards their tails altogether, leading to the iconic image of rabbits with short tails today. The comical events highlight important themes of humility and the significance of being true to oneself.
Book and edition facts
- Title: How Mr. Rabbit Lost his Tail: Hollow Tree Stories
- Author credits: Paine, Albert Bigelow (1861–1937)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Animals -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Humour
- Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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