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Dover Children's Thrift Classics Books

In order from Lightfoot the Deer to Adventures of Don Quixote.

The Dover Children's Thrift Classics series is a set of 18 chapter books by Thornton W. Burgess, published between 1906 and 1999. Written for ages 6–14, most books run about 95 pages.

Lightfoot the Deer
Old Mother West Wind
The Adventures of Peter Cottontail
The Adventures of Danny Meadow Mouse
The Adventures of Sammy Jay
The Adventures of Old Man Coyote
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Lightfoot the Deer
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$665
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1906

Lightfoot the Deer

A deer evades relentless hunters in a forest filled with danger.

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Summary: In the Green Forest, Lightfoot the Deer faces a perilous autumn as hunting season begins. With a relentless hunter on his trail, Lightfoot must rely on his wits and the unexpected aid of friends like Sammy Jay and Paddy the Beaver. As danger looms, can Lightfoot outsmart his pursuer and survive the season? This tale of courage and friendship offers young readers a thrilling adventure and insights into the natural world.
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Dover Children's Thrift Classics Series

18 books · Published 1906–1999

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$665

Lightfoot the Deer

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1906

A deer evades relentless hunters in a forest filled with danger.

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$2375

Old Mother West Wind

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1910

Explore timeless tales of forest creatures learning life's lessons.

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$570

Bowser the Hound

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1920

A hound's relentless chase leads him far from home. Can he outsmart a cunning coyote?

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$665

Old Granny Fox

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1920

Reddy Fox's reckless plans clash with Granny's wisdom in a snowy struggle for survival.

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$665

Blacky the Crow

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1922

A clever crow's mischief leads to unexpected alliances.

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$665

Whitefoot the Wood Mouse

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1922

A wood mouse seeks warmth and safety, facing danger and learning trust.

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$428

Buster Bear's Twins

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1923

Two bear cubs stir up the Green Forest with their antics.

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$380

Adventures of Don Quixote

Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1999

A delusional knight and his squire embark on absurd quests, mistaking reality for fantasy.

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$958

The Adventures of Buster Bear

Picture Book · Ages 6–9

A big bear struggles to make friends in a new forest. Can he overcome his fears and find acceptance?

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How many books are in the Dover Children's Thrift Classics series?

There are 18 books in the Dover Children's Thrift Classics series. It began with Lightfoot the Deer in 1906, and the newest book, Adventures of Don Quixote, was published in 1999.

What ages are the Dover Children's Thrift Classics books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–14, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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