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Name: The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Peter Spier

📘 The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night by Peter Spier

This book captures the spirit of a classic New England folk song, portrayed through engaging illustrations that depict the countryside setting. The story follows a fox who travels many miles to bring dinner for his family—his wife and young kits—highlighting themes of family devotion, adventure, and the rural life of the region.

First publish date: 1961

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Peter Spier

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