Discussion on recently entered public domain works and the introduction of 'The House at Pooh Corner'. A.A. Milne's life and career. Disney's relationship with the public domain and copyright. Saving movie theaters and exploring 'The House at Pooh Corner'. The whimsical nature of Winnie the Pooh. Eating habits and character stories from the book. Discussing Lady Chatterley's Lover and thanking patrons.
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Quick takeaways
The House at Pooh Corner is a collection of heartwarming and whimsical stories that continue the adventures of Pooh and his friends.
The characters in the book, such as Piglet, Tigger, and Eeyore, demonstrate loyalty and friendship.
The enchanting and magical atmosphere of Pooh Corner is beautifully portrayed, leaving readers with a sense of wonder.
Deep dives
A House is Built for Eeyore
Poo and Piglet decide to build a house for Eeyore, but end up unknowingly using Eeyore's own house as the materials. They build the house and name the place Pooh Corner.
Here He Comes with a Tigger
Tigger arrives in the forest and meets the other animals. Poo tries to find a breakfast that Tigger will enjoy, but Tigger ends up liking extract of malt the best.
Other Recognizable Stories
The collection includes stories such as one where Owl's house blows over, Tigger and Roo get stuck in a tree, and Christopher Robin and Poo come to an enchanted place.
A Sad Goodbye
In the final story, Christopher Robin announces that he is going away, prompting the animals to sign a resolution and give it to him. As the animals drift away one by one, Christopher Robin and Poo are left alone in an enchanted place.
Overall Enjoyment
The House at Pooh Corner continues the whimsical and heartwarming adventures of Pooh and his friends. The witty wordplay, lovable characters, and gentle humor make it a delightful read for readers of all ages.
Happy 2024, and happy Public Domain day! Time finally caught up to US copyright law a few years ago, and the result has been a steady trickle of new creative work that’s available for anyone to modify and adapt. This year’s Big One is the earliest version of Mickey Mouse, but the new batch of PD stuff also includes this week’s Pooh book, as well as Tigger himself.