Virginia Lee Burton
Born: 01-01-1909
Virginia Lee Burton was an acclaimed American author and illustrator, celebrated for her enchanting children's books. Born in 1909, she combined vibrant stories with captivating illustrations. Her most famous works include "Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel" and "The Little House," both of which have become timeless classics. Burton's ability to weave engaging narratives with artistic flair has left a lasting legacy in children's literature, inspiring generations of young readers.
Book summaries for books written by Virginia Lee Burton
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Once upon a time there was a little house way out in the country.
The little house was very happy as she sat on the hill and watched the countryside around her.
She was a proud little house and she was strong.
Then one day a man came along and looked at the little house.
He said, 'This little house is just right for me.'
So the man bought the little house and moved it to the city.
The little house was sad to leave her hill and her apple trees, but she went along anyway.
The little house was very unhappy in the city.
She missed the fields of daisies and the apple trees dancing in the moonlight.
The little house was all alone in the city.
'Oh, dear,' said the little house. 'I wish I were back on my hill.'
Then one day a horse drawn mover came bumping up to the little house.