"The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum" is a children's book written by Thornton W. Burgess, first published in 1914. The story follows the adventures of a possum named Unc' Billy, who is known for his love of sweet things, his craftiness, and his ability to play dead when necessary. The book is set in the Green Forest, where Unc' Billy lives with his wife and children. One day, while out looking for something sweet to eat, he is caught by Farmer Brown's...