Thornton W. Burgess

Thornton W. Burgess (1874–1965) was an American naturalist and children's author who wrote over fifteen thousand stories and more than 170 books, creating an enduring body of children's literature centred on the animals of the New England countryside. The Adventures of Peter Cottontail follows the beloved rabbit character through a series of gentle adventures in the Green Meadows and the Green Forest. Burgess's stories teach young readers about nature and animal behaviour while telling entertaining tales of Peter's encounters with other woodland creatures. Burgess's audiobooks and books continue to charm listeners and readers more than a century after they were first published. His work appeals to young listeners, parents looking for gentle bedtime stories, and anyone who appreciates children's literature that fosters a love of the natural world.