A mole, a water rat, a badger and a reckless toad share adventures on the riverbank
What it is about
Mole leaves his burrow and meets Ratty, a water rat who loves boats and picnics. Together with the wise Badger and the show-off Toad, they spend their days on the river and in the Wild Wood. Toad’s love of fast cars gets him into trouble more than once.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like classic children’s tales and cozy nature stories.
What you will get
A beloved classic that works best at a slow pace. Some language is old-fashioned, but the charm remains.
Behind the book
It was first published in 1908, and A. A. Milne later adapted part of it for the stage as Toad of Toad Hall.
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The Wind in the Willows Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Children’s Books · Friendship · Nature · Adventure
Length
259 pages · ≈ 7 h
More about this book
Characters
Mole, Ratty, Badger and Mr. Toad.
Setting
The English riverbank and woods.
What makes it different
A cozy world of animals who behave like gentlemen.
Feel
Gentle, funny and nostalgic.
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