The country bunny attains the exalted position of Easter Bunny in spite of her responsibilities as the mother of twenty-one children.
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"It is difficult to believe that this very modern feminist tale was originally written in 1939. A gem of a fantasy in which kindness and cleverness win out over size and brawn."--Learning Magazine
About the Author
Marjorie Flack (1897-1958) was an author and illustrator of many children's books, including The Story About Ping and The Boats on the River, which received a Caldecott Honor in 1947.
Du Bose Heyward (1885-1940) was the author of several books, including the critically acclaimed novel Porgy, which was the basis for Gershwin's Porgy and Bess.
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By Lola Murphy
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This was my favorite book when I was a child.
The story was so sweet it made me cry.
I knew nothing then of what a strong statement this book made about the necessary determination and dedication of single mothers.
My daughter came to love this story as much as I do, and, although she's an adult now, I had to buy her a copy as well, when ours finally fell apart from years of loving and reading.
The story was so sweet it made me cry.
I knew nothing then of what a strong statement this book made about the necessary determination and dedication of single mothers.
My daughter came to love this story as much as I do, and, although she's an adult now, I had to buy her a copy as well, when ours finally fell apart from years of loving and reading.
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By Ben
Format:Hardcover
According to this book, there isn't just one Easter Bunny, but five. When one of them gets too old, then a new one is chose by the grandfather bunny. A poor country bunny named Cottontail wants to be an Easter Bunny. She eventually gets older and has many children. She teaches her children to take care of the house. Then word comes around that one of the Easter bunnies needs to be replaced, so all the bunnys go to the Easter Egg palace to see who can become the next Easter Bunny. Cottontail turns out to be the wisest, swiftest, and kindest bunny. She goes to deliver an egg to a sick boy over many mountains. She goes up the last one, but falls. Then the Grandfather Bunny gives her a special pair of golden shoes that allow her to be able to jump super high and fast, so she can get the egg deliverede. This book is well-written, but I don't think the illustrations are very good. It is written by Du Bose Heyward, and illustrated by Marjorie Hack.
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In 2004, I am 45 years old, but this book has been a part of my whole life. I was first exposed to it by my mom , and it is part of my earliest childhood easter memories. When I had children, it became part of their earliest memories. They love the story, the pictures, the whole package--it is incredibly readable and captures the attention of even my teenager. They both have their own copies, which they have assured me, will go with them when they leave and so I must order one for myself, since my brother got the one from OUR childhood!!! Make memories!! have a wonderful time.
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Great Story
This is a well told story about a mother bunny and her many children. I pull this book out each spring; my children really enjoy the story. Read more
Published on Dec 28 2003 by britneyxyz
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A book that is happy and great for young readers
This book was given by my mother when I was 5 years old.It made me so happy the moment I read it.It was a good book because the book tells you that whatever you want to do,you can... Read more
Published on Feb 21 2003
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The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes
I am hoping to order a hard copy of this book for my son, who is now 10 1/2 years old, for Easter. This book has been one of those that we read almost once a week - I read it to... Read more
Published on Feb 11 2003 by Mary Hires
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Country Bunny Touches Hearts
This book is hands down the best Easter book we've ever read. It has touched our hearts for 3 generations of my rather large family. Read more
Published on Jan 23 2003
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A surprisingly modernist book from 1939
DuBose Heyward's 1939 classic, "The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes," is surprisingly modernist given the time period in which it was written. Read more
Published on July 20 2002 by Catherine S. Vodrey
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Not your Typical Easter Bunny
Like many other reviewers, I was first introduced to this book in my childhood and have always treasured it since that time. Read more
Published on Mar 8 2002 by Shanshad
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Not your Typical Easter Bunny
Like many other reviewers, I was first introduced to this book in my childhood and have always treasured it since that time. Read more
Published on Mar 8 2002 by Shanshad
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powerful and true
This is the most powerful book I have ever read.
The boastful jackrabbits, the aristocratic snobby rabbits, and the male rabbits who laugh when little country bunny tells them... Read more
Published on Dec 6 2001 by Wm19
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A bunny for all ages
Very touching story about perseverance and knowing when to accept help. Great message for adults and kids alike.
Published on May 18 2001
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Childhood Memories
My great Grandmother bought this book for my brother and I when I was born, and my mother read it to us on Easter Eave every year with out fail. Read more
Published on Mar 23 2001 by Melanie Hamilton
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