The Wind in the Willows

The Wind in the Willows is a classic children's novel written by Kenneth Grahame. The book follows the adventures of four animal friends: Mole, Rat, Badger, and Toad. The story is set in the English countryside and features charming descriptions of the natural world. The novel begins with Mole, who is tired of his mundane life underground and decides to venture out into the open air. He meets Rat, who introduces him to the joys of boating on the river. Together, they explore the countryside and meet other animals, including Badger and Toad. Toad is a wealthy and reckless character who becomes obsessed with motorcars. He gets into trouble with the law and is sent to prison. His friends work together to help him escape and turn his life around. The Wind in the Willows is a heartwarming tale about friendship, adventure, and the beauty of nature. It has been beloved by children and adults alike since its publication in 1908. The novel has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and television shows, cementing its place in popular culture.1908. When Kenneth Grahame wrote The Wind in the Willows for his son he created a masterpiece of children's literature that can be equally enjoyed by adults. The chapters follow the doings and adventures of Mole, Rat, Badger, and of course Toad in prose that is lyrical at times, humorous at others, and always filled with charm and wisdom. Contents: The River Bank; The Open Road; The Wild Wood; Mr. Badger; Dulce Domum; Mr. Toad; The Piper at the Gates of Dawn; Toad's Adventures; Wayfarers All; The Further Adventures of Toad; Like Summer Tempests Came His Tears; and The Return of Ulysses. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.