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The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad by Thornton W. Burgess

July 10, 2025

HE ADVENTURES OF OLD MR. TOAD

BY THORNTON W. BURGESS

With Illustrations by HARRISON CADY

“The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad” by Thornton W. Burgess is a children’s book written in the early 20th century. This engaging narrative focuses on the life of Old Mr. Toad and his various adventures, set within the backdrop of nature and its inhabitants. The book taps into themes of friendship, self-discovery, and the importance of humility, particularly through the character of Old Mr. Toad, who learns valuable lessons about pride and respect for others. The story begins with Old Mr. Toad hastily making his way to join others for a spring chorus at the Smiling Pool. Along the way, his friends, including Jimmy Skunk and Peter Rabbit, become curious about his sudden urgency and the claim of his beautiful singing voice. As the tale unfolds, Old Mr. Toad’s character evolves with humorous encounters and lighthearted dialogue, building a rich depiction of life in the meadow. Through adventures involving his babies, confrontations with predators like Mr. Blacksnake, and lessons learned about pride after dining with Buster Bear, Old Mr. Toad ultimately discovers the value of friendship and humility. The charming illustrations that accompany the story further enhance its appeal to young readers, making it a delightful exploration of nature and character growth

  I. JIMMY SKUNK IS PUZZLED
   II. JIMMY SKUNK CONSULTS HIS FRIENDS
  III. THE HUNT FOR OLD MR. TOAD
   IV. PETER RABBIT FINDS OLD MR. TOAD
    V. OLD MR. TOAD'S MUSIC BAG
   VI. PETER DISCOVERS SOMETHING MORE
  VII. A SHADOW PASSES OVER THE SMILING POOL
 VIII. OLD MR. TOAD'S BABIES
   IX. THE SMILING POOL KINDERGARTEN
    X. THE LITTLE TOADS START OUT TO SEE THE WORLD
   XI. OLD MR. TOAD'S QUEER TONGUE
  XII. OLD MR. TOAD SHOWS HIS TONGUE
 XIII. PETER RABBIT IS IMPOLITE
  XIV. OLD MR. TOAD DISAPPEARS
   XV. OLD MR. TOAD GIVES PETER A SCARE
  XVI. JIMMY SKUNK IS SURPRISED
 XVII. OLD MR. TOAD'S MISTAKE
XVIII. JIMMY SKUNK IS JUST IN TIME
  XIX. OLD MR. TOAD GETS HIS STOMACH FULL
   XX. OLD MR. TOAD IS PUFFED UP
  XXI. OLD MR. TOAD RECEIVES ANOTHER INVITATION
 XXII. OLD MR. TOAD LEARNS A LESSON
XXIII. OLD MR. TOAD IS VERY HUMBLE
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