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Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites

By Anthony Browne
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Learn all about opposites through internationally renowned master picture book-maker Anthony Browne's beloved primates. What's the opposite of old? Young! What's the opposite of sad? Happy! But what's the opposite of opposite...? Featuring a range of exquisite primates, from gorillas to chimpanzees, white-faced capuchins to orangutans,... Read More
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Learn all about opposites through internationally renowned master picture book-maker Anthony Browne's beloved primates.

What's the opposite of old? Young! What's the opposite of sad? Happy! But what's the opposite of opposite...?

Featuring a range of exquisite primates, from gorillas to chimpanzees, white-faced capuchins to orangutans, Anthony Browne has created a wonderfully unique first book of opposites. With his striking palette and quirky flair for facial expressions, Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites is sure to charm readers of all ages.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529523713

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 June 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Anthony Browne

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 32

Collections

Anthony Browne Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational

About the Author

Anthony Browne is one of the most celebrated author-illustrators working today. UK Children’s Laureate from 2009 to 2011 and winner of multiple awards – including the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal and the much-coveted Hans Christian Andersen Award – Anthony is renowned for his unique style. He was made a CBE for his award-winning career. His work is loved and admired all around the world.

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