The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck, first published in 1908, is one of Beatrix Potter’s most memorable stories, featuring themes of trust, independence, and caution. This classic children’s audiobook follows the adventures of Jemima, a naive and determined duck, as she sets out to find a safe place to lay her eggs, only to encounter a deceptive fox with sinister intentions. The story remains a favorite among Beatrix Potter’s works for its gentle humor and valuable lesson.
Summary of The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
The story introduces Jemima Puddle-Duck, a duck living on a farm who wants to find a private place to lay her eggs, away from the farmer and his wife who constantly take her eggs. Determined to find a quiet spot, Jemima wanders into the woods and encounters a "gentleman" with a bushy tail—who is, in fact, a cunning fox. The fox, sensing an opportunity, offers Jemima a "safe" place to lay her eggs in his shed and encourages her to bring feathers to make it comfortable.
Naive and trusting, Jemima doesn’t realize the fox’s true intentions: he plans to cook her for dinner. However, Jemima’s adventure takes a fortunate turn when Kep, the farm’s loyal dog, comes to her rescue, saving her from the fox just in time. Though she doesn’t end up with the safe nest she’d hoped for, Jemima learns an important lesson about trust.
Beatrix Potter’s gentle storytelling and rich illustrations make this cautionary tale both entertaining and memorable for young listeners.
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