The Fox Busters

Feathers Against Fangs

High above the rolling fields of Foxwood Farm, a daring band of hens takes wing in a battle for survival unlike any other. When the crafty foxes of the valley threaten to snatch their eggs and spoil their peace, Fancy, the fearless hen, rallies her feathered flock to defend their home. With crisp, vivid prose that soars through every chase and narrow escape, The Fox Busters invites readers into a world where courage can wear wings and pluck out the sharpest fangs.

Aerial Tactics and Unlikely Heroes

Never before have farmyard fowls demonstrated such ingenuity in the art of aerial warfare. Under Fancy’s leadership, the hens master daring dive-bombing maneuvers and night-time reconnaissance flights, outwitting their sly foes at every turn. Gentle Pipkin’s unassuming kindness becomes a key asset, while the stoic leader Streaker dazzles with precision formations that leave foxes flummoxed. Dick King-Smith weaves warmth and humor into each feather-ruffling escapade, balancing tense skirmishes with moments of tender friendship.

Clash at Foxwood Farm

As the dawn chorus breaks over dewy fields, the final showdown unfolds in a crescendo of squawks, swooping wings, and snapping jaws. With imaginative set pieces—perilous cliffside flights, covert barnyard ambushes, and the climactic storm-swept standoff—this edition brims with heart-pounding thrills. Through the cracks of the old farmhouse door and beneath the rustling hay, themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and collective strength emerge, reminding readers that true heroism can take flight in the smallest of creatures.

Author’s Reflections

.Dick King-Smith describes The Fox Busters as his celebration of underdog tenacity, inspired by childhood visits to rural farms and a fascination with the quiet bravery hidden within everyday animals. Through Fancy and her fearless flock, he pays tribute to the spirit that dares to soar against all odds.