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The Bad Beginning

By Lemony Snicket
Series: Series of Unfortunate Events
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The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket is a children's book that introduces readers to the unfortunate lives of the Baudelaire siblings—Violet, Klaus, and Sunny. After losing their parents in a tragic fire, the children are sent to live with the sinister Count Olaf, who is determined to steal their inheritance. The siblings must use their cleverness and resourcefulness to survive the devious plots orchestrated by Olaf.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a taste for dark humour and enjoy stories about clever children overcoming unfortunate circumstances. It's perfect for readers who appreciate unique storytelling, quirky characters, and a touch of melancholy in their adventures. Ideal for children and adults alike who can appreciate the wit and whimsy of a well-crafted mystery.

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The Bad Beginning

After the sudden death of their parents, the three Baudelaire children must depend on each other and their wits when it turns out that the distant relative who is appointed their guardian is determined to use any means necessary to get their fortune. Illustrations.

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In the tradition of great storytellers, from Dickens to Dahl, comes an exquisitely dark comedy that is both literary and irreverent, hilarious and deftly crafted. Never before has a tale of three likeable and unfortunate children been quite so enchanting, or quite so uproariously unhappy.

The Bad Beginning tells the story of Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire, who are intelligent children known for being charming and resourceful, with pleasant facial features. Unfortunately, they are exceptionally unlucky.

In the first two books alone, the three youngsters encounter a greedy and repulsive villain, itchy clothing, a disastrous fire, a plot to steal their fortune, a lumpy bed, a deadly serpent, a large brass reading lamp, a long knife, and a terrible odor.

Series: Series of Unfortunate Events

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The Bad Beginning is praised for its hilarious and wickedly fun narrative. The Baudelaires' misfortunes are seen as charmingly brave, with unforgettable characters and literary flair, appealing to fans of dark comedy.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780064407663

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 August 1999

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperPaperbacks

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 229g

Pages: 176

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Featured In Stock Kid's Books Lemony Snicket Series: Series of Unfortunate Events Young Adult

About the Author

Lemony Snicket is often despondent, mostly about his published research, which includes A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Composer Is Dead. Due to the world-wide web of conspiracy which surrounds him, Mr. Snicket often communicates with the general public through his representative, Daniel Handler. Mr. Handler has had a relatively uneventful life, and is the author of three books for adults, The Basic Eight, Watch Your Mouth, and Adverbs, none of which are anywhere near as dreadful as Mr. Snicket's.

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