[Mugakawa Culture] A Gathering of Beasts Box Set

This set includes four books: *World Classics: The Little War Horse* *World Classics: The Wonderful Adventures of Nils* *World Classics: Bambi, a Life in the Woods* *World Classics: The Forest Cadets* Features of the "World Classics That Shape a Child's Life" Series: Featuring captivating stories from 10 countries including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, Sweden, Austria, the Czech Republic, Russia, and China. This series allows children not only to immerse themselves in the plot and experience growth and adventure alongside the characters but also to appreciate the vastness of time and space, and the shifts in culture and landscape. This collection will offer a wonderful reading experience for children and is an essential read they won't want to miss. ※Synopsis *World Classics: The Little War Horse* Fast, clever, and brave, "The Little War Horse" is not a horse at all, but a long-eared rabbit. He always managed to escape the hounds, but during a great rabbit roundup, he was captured and sent to a dog racing track, where he ran for his life every day. How can he regain his freedom and return to the boundless grasslands? Facing the cruel and perilous human world, the tenacity, intelligence, and loyalty displayed by the animals are imbued with the wisdom and dignity of life. This book includes five classic works by Seton: "The Little War Horse," "Lobo, the King of Currumpaw," "Bingo," "Redruff, the Story of the Partridge," and "Scrag, the Scarred Face the Fox." *World Classics: The Wonderful Adventures of Nils* The usually mischievous Nils, for breaking his promise to the sprites, is transformed into a thumb-sized gnome. By chance, he rides a gander into the sky, joining a flock of migrating wild geese on an unknown adventurous journey. While soaring through the sky and admiring the beautiful scenery, he must face the constant threat of the fox. Nils and his companions share hardships and remain inseparable, driven by a helpful spirit. He rescues a goose snatched by the fox and a mallard captured by humans. Furthermore, with unwavering courage, he assists an eagle and the gander in regaining their freedom… Can gnome Nils fulfill his wish to break the curse and return to his beloved family? *World Classics: Bambi, a Life in the Woods* Bambi is arguably the most famous deer in the world, known to children everywhere! The story of Bambi became widely known through the animated film. This intelligent, kind, and curious fawn always has endless questions: Why do weasels kill mice? Why do blades of grass seem to dance? Why… As he grows older, his mother can no longer accompany him, leaving him feeling lost. Then, the mysterious "Great Prince" appears, teaching Bambi to live independently, recognize human disguises, and beware of enemy traps. Through repeated crises, Bambi continuously learns and grows, eventually becoming a new generation of the Great Prince, capable of standing on his own. Let us follow Bambi in learning through growth, bravely breaking through, and honing the wisdom to face all challenges. *World Classics: The Forest Cadets* Children, have you ever seen a spider that flies or a rabbit that jumps onto a tree? Other than the zoo, where else can you see lively animals, even wild ones? "The Forest Cadets" is specially written in a newspaper format, following the sequence of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It publishes various stories of birds, beasts, and insects—the "Bird Island" hanging in the air, as well as unique northern animals like snowy owls, arctic terns, and arctic foxes, all featured here! With poetic and childlike brushstrokes, the image of the northern forest comes alive. It is guaranteed to satisfy your curiosity about nature and wildlife. Follow the various reporters of the Forest Cadets and engage in the "Q&A game" to cultivate practical observation skills, exploring more of nature's spectacular stories throughout the four seasons! ※About the Authors Ernest Thompson Seton (1860–1946) [Canada] A writer, wildlife artist, naturalist, and one of the founders of the Boy Scouts of America. He had a deep love for nature from a young age, constantly documenting the details of birds and beasts in forests and wilderness. In 1898, he published "Wild Animals I Have Known," a collection of stories previously published in magazines, which caused a sensation. Seton excelled at describing the lives of animals in a biographical style. His compassionate spirit and his values of equality and universal love have led him to be revered by many as the "Father of Animal Literature." Selma Lagerlöf (1858–1940) [Sweden] A Swedish writer, teacher, and the first female recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature. She suffered from a leg ailment in her childhood, which made walking difficult. Under the guidance of her governess, she developed a love for reading. While teaching in secondary school, she began to dedicate herself to literary creation. At fifty, commissioned by the National Teachers' Association to introduce Swedish geography and customs through engaging children's books, she endured her physical pain to travel across mountains and valleys, surveying diverse landscapes. She integrated numerous folk legends, achieving the educational and entertaining "The Wonderful Adventures of Nils." Felix Salten (1869–1947) [Austria] A renowned Austrian novelist, playwright, and noted journalist. He is known for his skillful writing of animal stories, especially for young adults and children. His works adopt an anthropomorphic approach, where animals talk and possess distinct personalities. Through the eyes of these animals, the world, full of surprises, challenges, and dangers, unfolds, creating one captivating climax after another. Vitaly Bianki (1894–1959) [Russia] A well-known Soviet children's literature author, zoologist, and natural scientist. His father, an ornithologist, often taught him to hunt in the forest and record nature, serving as his primary mentor in the natural world. By the age of 27, Bianki had already amassed considerable nature diaries. He studied natural sciences at university and simultaneously learned to paint flora and fauna at an art institute, further laying the foundation for his writings about the forest.