The Fairy Caravan facts for kids
| Author | Beatrix Potter |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Beatrix Potter |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | 1929 Alexander McKay (US) 1952 F. Warne & Co (UK) |
| Media type | Print (Hardcover) |
| Pages | 225 |
| OCLC | 54274386 |
| Preceded by | Peter Rabbit's Almanac for 1929 |
| Followed by | The Tale of Little Pig Robinson |
The Fairy Caravan is a children's book written and illustrated by the famous author Beatrix Potter. It was first published in 1929 in Philadelphia, United States, by Alexander McKay. Beatrix Potter felt that the stories in this book were very personal to her. Because of this, she did not want a large English edition of the book to be printed at first.
About the Story
The book tells the exciting adventures of a young guinea pig named Tuppenny. Tuppenny decides to leave home and join a travelling circus. Readers follow Tuppenny as he explores new places and meets different characters on his journey with the circus.
Where the Story Takes Place
The beautiful woods and lands around Graythwaite Hall are the setting for The Fairy Caravan. This area is located in the Lake District, Cumbria, in England. The Lake District was a favorite place for Beatrix Potter. It was also a beloved walking spot for the famous poet William Wordsworth.
