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The Velveteen Rabbit is a classic children’s picture book about a plush toy rabbit who yearns to be real. Owned by a devoted boy, the rabbit’s velveteen coat becomes worn through daily affection, yet the boy’s love deepens. As the rabbit’s wish for reality takes hold, a magical event brings his longing to fruition, illustrating the themes of love, growth, and the transcendent nature of true reality.
First publish date: January 6, 1958
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Margery Williams Bianco
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