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The Bear, The Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle
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See moreSet in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted sequel to the best-selling The Bear and the Piano teaches that friendship, like good music, lasts forever.
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Hector and his dog Hugo have made music together through good times, bad times, and even some crazy times. But when Hugo learns to play the fiddle and gets the chance to play with Bear's Big Band, Hector's jealousy gets the better of him. Can Hector swallow his pride and learn to be happy for his friend?
Set in New Orleans with a new cast of animal musicians, this big-hearted sequel to the best-selling The Bear and the Piano teaches that friendship, like good music, lasts forever.
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Reviews of The Bear, The Piano, The Dog and the Fiddle praise the stunning and evocative illustrations that capture the vibrant lights and melancholic shadows of New Orleans. The story is noted for its emotional depth and warmth, maintaining the charm of its predecessor. Critics highlight the book's humour, vibrant cityscapes, and its heartwarming tale of friendship, suggesting it may become a bestseller and win awards.
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ISBN: 9781786035950
Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 February 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 220.0mm
Height: 300.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 40
About the Author
DAVID LITCHFIELD first started to draw when he was very young, creating Star Wars and Indiana Jones 'mash up' comics for his older brother and sister. His first picture book with Frances Lincoln Children's Books, The Bear and the Piano, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize (Illustrated Book Category) and became a best-seller in the UK and US. It was shortlisted for 8 other awards in the UK including the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the Independent Bookshop Week Award, and has sold in over 20 languages.
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