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The surprising life of children's writer and natural scientist Beatrix Potter

Yesterday marked the birthday of Beatrix Potter, the author who gave us the beloved animal stories such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit.

The surprising life of children's writer and natural scientist Beatrix Potter

Mon, 29 Jul, 2019 - 15:45

Rebecca Stiffe

Yesterday marked the birthday of Beatrix Potter, the author who gave us the beloved animal stories such as The Tale of Peter Rabbit.

However, some may be suprised to know that Ms Potter was also an illustrator and natural scientist and conservationist.

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