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The Adventures of Portly the Otter: Untold Tales from the Wind in the Willows

Name: The Adventures of Portly the Otter: Untold Tales from the Wind in the Willows
ISBN: 9780008667771

By M. G. Leonard

Adjectives

charming nostalgic adventurous heartwarming

Genres

Animals Classics Adventure

Synopsis

Join young otter Portly as he embarks on a year-long journey through the changing seasons, learning to swim, facing a formidable trout, rescuing a human girl, and outwitting the cunning weasels and stoats of the Wild Wood. Alongside beloved characters like Mole, Ratty, and Toad, Portly's adventures capture the charm and nostalgia of Kenneth Grahame's classic, The Wind in the Willows.

About the author

M. G. Leonard is a bestselling British author who loves writing exciting adventure stories for children. She is well known for her Beetle Boy series, which is all about brave kids, clever beetles, and thrilling mysteries. M. G. Leonard enjoys exploring nature and hopes her books inspire children to discover the wonders of the natural world.

Pages

208 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2026

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