Book Series · 5 Books

Burgess' Bedtime Story-books Books

In order from The Adventures of Johnny Chuck to The Adventures of Bob White.

The Burgess' Bedtime Story-books series is a set of 5 chapter books by Thornton W. Burgess, published between 1913 and 1919. Written for ages 4–12, most books run about 75 pages.

The Adventures of Johnny Chuck
The Adventures of Reddy Fox
The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum
The Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel
The Adventures of Bob White
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Adventures of Johnny Chuck
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$1398
Book #1 · Chapter Book · 1913

The Adventures of Johnny Chuck

By Thornton Burgess, Harrison Cady (Illustrator)

A woodchuck abandons his home, seeking adventure and a new life in the forest.

76 pages
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Summary: Johnny Chuck leaves his cozy burrow, embracing the life of a wanderer. As he roams the Green Meadow and Forest, he encounters friends like Sammy Jay and Happy Jack Squirrel. Will he find a new home, or is the journey itself the true adventure? Discover the challenges and surprises that await in the wild.
The complete set

Burgess' Bedtime Story-books Series

5 books · Published 1913–1919

The Adventures of Johnny Chuck
Series
Sale price
$1398

The Adventures of Johnny Chuck

Chapter Book · 1913

A woodchuck abandons his home, seeking adventure and a new life in the forest.

The Adventures of Reddy Fox
Series
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$1398

The Adventures of Reddy Fox

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1913

A young fox's boldness leads to unexpected lessons in the forest.

The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum
Series
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$1398

The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1914

A possum's love for eggs leads to unexpected adventures and daring escapes.

The Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel
#9 in Series
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$1398

The Adventures of Chatterer the Red Squirrel

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1915

A red squirrel's survival hinges on outsmarting predators and escaping capture in a forest adventure.

The Adventures of Bob White
Series
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The Adventures of Bob White

Picture Book · Ages 4–12 · 1919

A bird builds a secret home in a perilous spot. Why?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Burgess' Bedtime Story-books series?

There are 5 books in the Burgess' Bedtime Story-books series. It began with The Adventures of Johnny Chuck in 1913, and the newest book, The Adventures of Bob White, was published in 1919.

What ages are the Burgess' Bedtime Story-books books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Burgess' Bedtime Story-books to life.

01

Thornton Burgess

Author
02

Thornton W. Burgess

Author
03

Harrison Cady

Illustrator

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