Charlotte S Web - Puffin **New Edition** Paperback – Abridged, June 18, 2014

Product Review: Charlotte's Web by E.B. WhiteCharlotte's Web is a timeless classic that masterfully blends heartwarming storytelling with profound life lessons. E.B. White’s charming tale of friendship, kindness, and the circle of life continues to resonate with readers of all ages.The story centers on Wilbur, a runt pig saved from slaughter by a compassionate young girl named Fern, and his unlikely friendship with Charlotte, a wise and kind-hearted spider. Charlotte’s ingenuity and unwavering dedication to saving Wilbur form the emotional core of the book, showcasing the power of selflessness and loyalty.White's prose is simple yet poetic, making it accessible to younger readers while still carrying a depth that adults can appreciate. The book’s rural farm setting is vividly described, transporting readers into a world filled with wonder, innocence, and the bittersweet realities of life.Garth Williams’ illustrations add another layer of charm, capturing the warmth and emotional nuance of the story. Each character—from the playful Wilbur to the grouchy yet lovable Templeton the rat—is beautifully fleshed out, making the barnyard come alive.One of the most striking aspects of Charlotte’s Web is its ability to address complex themes like mortality and the passage of time in a gentle and thoughtful manner. It offers an opportunity for meaningful discussions with children about life’s joys and sorrows.Overall, Charlotte’s Web is more than just a children’s book—it’s a work of art that celebrates the beauty of friendship, the courage to stand by loved ones, and the fleeting yet precious nature of life. Whether you're revisiting it as an adult or sharing it with a new generation, this book is a treasure that belongs on every bookshelf.

We got this book for our grandson because it's a favorite classic! Yes he just turned one but my son reads this to him ❤️ We are never too young or too old to learn about the unconditional love of animals .

This is great book. i read it to my students every year.

I had a lot of fun reading this. I had never read it growing up, but had always seen it on the shelves of every library I had ever visited. It was one of those books you always knew about, but had never got around to reading. Probably because of the silly movie.Not long ago I was talking to my 8 year old granddaughter. She mentioned that she had never heard of it, which surprised me. LikeI said earlier, “Charlotte’s Web” and E. B. White books were always a library staple.So I decided to share it with her and found an untouched copy in our public library. My wish was to read it with her but she does not live with us so I decided to video it instead.That was fun. I’m not an expert on videos but managed to get all 22 chapters posted to the video site so that she can watch it.The movie leaves out some fun moments in Wilbur’s life. There are also some sweet, tender moments between Wilbur and his friends that the book captures much better than the movie.I think that it is a shame that so many beloved stories, like “Charlotte’s Web” have been reduced to movies. I ask everyone to share and old favorite book with a child.Read every day, read for fun!

I always loved this story as a child and bought this to read to my grandson. He is enjoying a few pages a day and I can not wait for him to grow and be able to read this himself! Good quality book!

It was a great read when I was a kid, and it's also a great read for my kids.

I needed this for my daughter's class reading, and it came faster than the school books, and less price, too.

Classic book! Got to help my daughter fall in love with reading!