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The Real Winnie the Pooh: A.A. Milne’s Story Behind the Bear

The Real Winnie the Pooh: A.A. Milne’s Story Behind the Bear

Update: 2025-09-10
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On this episode of Our American Stories, before Winnie the Pooh became a Disney character, he was the creation of A.A. Milne, first brought to life in the Evening News on Christmas Eve, 1925. Inspired by his son, Christopher Robin, and a teddy bear named Edward, Milne wrote stories that blended the innocence of childhood with the timeless appeal of friendship. Illustrated by E.H. Shepard, Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner quickly became classics, ranking among the most beloved children’s stories of the 20th century.

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The Real Winnie the Pooh: A.A. Milne’s Story Behind the Bear

The Real Winnie the Pooh: A.A. Milne’s Story Behind the Bear

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