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Paddington

The Original Story of the Bear from Darkest Peru
By Michael Bond
Paddington Bear
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Paddington by Michael Bond is a delightful children's book about a charming bear from Peru who travels to London. Discovered by the Brown family at Paddington Station, he quickly becomes a part of their household. Paddington's love for marmalade and his adventurous nature lead to a series of amusing escapades and heartwarming moments.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fond of heartwarming tales that follow a curious and lovable bear from Peru, who finds adventures and mishaps in London while spreading joy and mischief. It's perfect for children and anyone with a soft spot for tales filled with humour, kindness, and the charm of British wit.

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For six decades, stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world. Paddington is now a major movie star!

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For six decades, stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world. Paddington is now a major movie star!

For younger readers, here is the classic story of the bear from Darkest Peru who stowed away on a ship headed for England. He arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a half-empty jar of marmalade, and a label that read, ‘Please look after this bear. Thank you.’

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Paddington is celebrated as a cornerstone of British children's literature. Stephen Fry regards Paddington as a British institution, indicating the character's cultural significance. The bear is also compared to Winnie the Pooh, suggesting his iconic status alongside other beloved literary figures. Michael Bond's creation is noted for its enduring appeal, with Paddington's adventures continuing to captivate generations of readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007236336

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 April 2007

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by R. W. Alley
  • Illustrated by R. W. Alley

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 259.0mm

Height: 265.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Michael Bond was born in Newbury, Berkshire in 1926 and educated at Presentation College, Reading. He served in the Royal Air Force and the British Army before working as a cameraman for BBC TV for 19 years. In 1997 he was awarded an OBE for his services to children's literature.

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