Charlotte’s Web

Description

Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White is a heartwarming and timeless children’s novel that tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a small pig named Wilbur and a wise, kind-hearted spider named Charlotte.

Wilbur is the runt of the litter, initially saved from slaughter by a young girl named Fern Arable. He is later sent to live on her uncle’s farm, where he struggles with loneliness—until he meets Charlotte, who lives in the rafters of the barn. When Wilbur’s life is once again threatened, Charlotte devises a brilliant plan to save him: she spins words like “Some Pig” and “Terrific” into her web, amazing the humans and turning Wilbur into a local celebrity.

Through its gentle narrative and vivid farmyard setting, the novel explores powerful themes such as friendship, loyalty, sacrifice, and the cycle of life. Charlotte’s selfless actions and quiet wisdom contrast with Wilbur’s innocence and emotional growth, creating a touching story that resonates deeply with both children and adults.

Originally published in 1952, Charlotte’s Web has become a classic of children’s literature, widely praised for its emotional depth, graceful prose, and enduring message about the beauty of true friendship and the bittersweet nature of change and loss.