Character encyclopedia
Bob White
Bob White is one of the memorable neighbors of Green Meadows.
Green Meadows model
This is a Green Meadows adaptation model, inspired by the storybook world and clearly distinct from the original Cady illustrations.
Original illustrations
These historical reference plates are shown separately from the modern adaptation model.
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
Character encyclopedia
Personality
He says staying cheerful is the only way to get along.
Home
He and Mrs. Bob nest in a weed-patch beside the Crooked Little Path.
Friends and relationships
Friends: He hides his home from Peter Rabbit, wanting him for a friend always. Family: He admires his wife, Mrs. Bob, after she picks their nest site. Rivals and neighbors: He is polite when Old Man Coyote calls, but he is not fooled.
Interesting facts
- He sits on a fence-post to whistle, as a precaution.
- He fools nest hunters by flying up as if terribly frightened.
- He warns Peter Rabbit that talkative friends can do harm.
Book appearances
- Old Mother West Wind; The Adventures of Jimmy Skunk; The Adventures of Bob White