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"The Tale of Jimmy Rabbit" by Arthur Scott Bailey is a children's book written in the early 20th century. This engaging story follows the adventures of a young rabbit named Jimmy, who is characterized by his playful spirit and desire for novelty, as he navigates various challenges in his woodland environment. The book uses whimsical storytelling to delve into themes of friendship, creativity, and the consequences of one's actions in a fun and light-hearted way. In this delightful tale, readers meet Jimmy Rabbit, who longs for a new tail and goes through several humorous escapades in search of one. His first attempt leads to a comical confrontation with Mr. Mink, who claims ownership of a tail Jimmy finds. The plot unfolds as Jimmy celebrates small victories but also faces mishaps, like getting into trouble because of his cheekiness and conceit. Alongside well-loved woodland characters such as Frisky Squirrel and Tommy Fox, Jimmy embarks on various adventures, including a race that reveals his cleverness and a dance party that teaches him important lessons about honesty and friendship. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives, Bailey captures the essence of childhood curiosity and the importance of good manners, making it an entertaining read for young audiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Arthur Scott Bailey was an American writer. He was the author of more than forty children's books. He was born in St. Albans, Vermont, United States, the second child of Winfield Scott Bailey and Harriet Sarah Goodhue. Winfield Bailey owned a dry goods shop that was stated to be "one of the most reputable of St. Albans mercantile concerns" and specialized in furs; namely ladies' fur coats, muffs and scarves. Bailey attended St. Albans Academy and graduated in 1896, in a class of only eleven other students. He then went on to the University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, where he became involved in a fraternal organization, Sigma Phi.