Fox's Feud
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Fox's Feud is the third book of The Animals of Farthing Wood
series. It was first published in 1982 and has since been included in a single book with both The Fox Cub Bold
and In the Grip of Winter
and in the "Omnibus" edition (Hutchinson, 1994).
.
's four cubs: Bold
, Friendly
, Charmer
and Dreamer
and follows their early lives as they are supported and protected by all the remaining Animals of Farthing Wood. They grow gradually more independent as the story progresses.
Several meetings of the Farthing Animals are held, to decide on how best to deal with the new problems facing them and they maintain the "community spirit" established with the Ancient Woodland Oath, reinforced by the journey and the perils of winter. As a result of the territorial feelings of Scarface, they become confined to a small area of the Park and there are several eventful meetings between Farthing and White Deer Park foxes on both sides of the boundary.
In contrast to the TV series, the original story has Mole
surviving to take part in the events following the winter. The presence of the Hedgehogs
is also notable. Other characters who continue to play a major role in the story include Fox
and Vixen
, Badger
, Tawny Owl
, Weasel
and Adder
. Several of the smaller animals also feature and play helpful roles in opposing Scarface.
The Animals of Farthing Wood (book series)
The Animals of Farthing Wood is a series of eight books written by British author Colin Dann. The books tell the story of a group of woodland animals whose home has been paved over by developers. They learn of a nature reserve, White Deer Park, where they will be safe, and undertake to make the...
series. It was first published in 1982 and has since been included in a single book with both The Fox Cub Bold
The Fox Cub Bold
The Fox Cub Bold is the fourth book of The Animals of Farthing Wood series. It was first published in 1983 and has since been included in a single book with Fox's Feud and in the "Omnibus" edition with Fox's Feud and In the Grip of Winter.-Plot summary:Following the defeat of Scarface, Fox's son...
and In the Grip of Winter
In the Grip of Winter
In the Grip of Winter is the second book of The Animals of Farthing Wood series. It was first published in 1981, and later republished as part one of the first "Omnibus".-Plot summary:...
and in the "Omnibus" edition (Hutchinson, 1994).
Summary
Following the losses of the harsh winter in White Deer Park, the animals face a new danger when they are treated with hostility by many of the Park's residents, including the territorial fox, ScarfaceScarface (Farthing Wood)
Scarface is an antagonist in The Animals of Farthing Wood book Fox's Feud, and the second season of the television series, which was based on it. In the book, Scarface was a red fox, but in the television series, he was made a blue fox, so as not to generate confusion...
.
Introduction
The book begins with the birth of VixenVixen (Farthing Wood)
Vixen is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann.-Introduction:Vixen is the mate of Fox and is voiced by Stacy Jefferson....
's four cubs: Bold
Bold (Farthing Wood)
Bold is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann. Bold is a fox.- Early life :...
, Friendly
Friendly (Farthing Wood)
Friendly is a character from the Farthing Wood series of children's books.Friendly is Fox and Vixen's son. His portrayal in the animated series differs greatly from his characterisation in the books. In the cartoon, Friendly is a little bit of a show-off and is constantly trying to show his father...
, Charmer
Charmer (Farthing Wood)
Charmer is a resident of White Deer Park and the daughter of Fox and Vixen.Charmer is a very attractive young vixen. She had a sister, Dreamer, who was killed at a young age by Scarface, an enemy of the family, and two brothers, Friendly and Bold....
and Dreamer
Dreamer (Farthing Wood)
Dreamer, a character from The Animals of Farthing Wood, was a very sweet little vixen and Fox and Vixen's daughter. She was always wandering off in her own world when she was supposed to pay attention. Unfortunately, poor little Dreamer was not around for long because Scarface and Lady Blue were...
and follows their early lives as they are supported and protected by all the remaining Animals of Farthing Wood. They grow gradually more independent as the story progresses.
Several meetings of the Farthing Animals are held, to decide on how best to deal with the new problems facing them and they maintain the "community spirit" established with the Ancient Woodland Oath, reinforced by the journey and the perils of winter. As a result of the territorial feelings of Scarface, they become confined to a small area of the Park and there are several eventful meetings between Farthing and White Deer Park foxes on both sides of the boundary.
In contrast to the TV series, the original story has Mole
Mole (Farthing Wood)
Mole is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood, based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann.-Character:...
surviving to take part in the events following the winter. The presence of the Hedgehogs
The Hedgehogs (Farthing Wood)
Mr. Hedgehog, and his wife Mrs. Hedgehog, are fictional characters from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann....
is also notable. Other characters who continue to play a major role in the story include Fox
Fox (Farthing Wood)
Fox is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann....
and Vixen
Vixen (Farthing Wood)
Vixen is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann.-Introduction:Vixen is the mate of Fox and is voiced by Stacy Jefferson....
, Badger
Badger (Farthing Wood)
Badger is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood, based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann....
, Tawny Owl
Owl (Farthing Wood)
Tawny Owl is a fictional character in The Animals of Farthing Wood and its many sequels, written by Colin Dann. Tawny Owl also appeared in the animated children's television series of the same name based upon the books...
, Weasel
Weasel (Farthing Wood)
Weasel is a fictional character from the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books of the same name by author Colin Dann. She is, as her name suggests, a Weasel.-In the TV Series:...
and Adder
Adder (Farthing Wood)
Adder is a fictional character from the novel series The Animals of Farthing Wood, written by Colin Dann. He appeared in all of the sequels in the series. Adder also made appearances in the animated children's television series The Animals of Farthing Wood based upon the books. Adder is, as her...
. Several of the smaller animals also feature and play helpful roles in opposing Scarface.