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The Story of Beatrix Potter

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Bestselling biographer Sarah Gristwood follows the twists and turns of Beatrix Potter's life and its key turning points - including her tragically brief first engagement and happy second marriage late in life. She traces the creation of Beatrix's most famous characters - including the naughty Peter Rabbit, confused Jemima Puddleduck and cheeky Squirrel Nutkin - revealing how she drew on her unusual childhood pets and locations in her beloved Lake District. A fitting legacy for a pioneering conservationist who helped save thousands of acres of the Lake District.

Author/Artist/Designer

Sarah Gristwood

Pages

160

Dimensions

17.68cm x 2.11cm x 22.83cm

ISBN

9781911657408

Product code

163236

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About the exhibition
Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature

Beatrix Potter: Drawn to Nature

This family friendly exhibition took visitors on a journey to discover Potter’s life as a scientist and conservationist, exploring the places and animals that inspired her most beloved characters. In collaboration with the National Trust.