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Babar and the Ghost

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Babar and the Ghost by Laurent de Brunhoff is a delightful children's story where Babar, the beloved elephant king, encounters mysterious occurrences in Celesteville. As strange noises and ghostly happenings unfold, Babar and his friends bravely confront the spooky mysteries to uncover what's truly behind these spectral surprises. This charming tale mixes adventure with a touch of mystery, capturing young readers' imaginations.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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This delightful children's book might capture your interest if you enjoy tales of adventure and whimsy featuring beloved characters. It offers a charming blend of imagination and gentle mischief, creating a perfect atmosphere for young readers who adore stories involving friendly ghosts and lively royal adventures.

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"Celesteville turns topsy-turvy when a friendly but mischievous ghost follows the elephant children home from a haunted castle."--Amazon.com.

Babar and his family have been best selling books for the past 80 Years; titles have been includes in The Telegraph '20 greatest children's books ever', the New York Times and numerous other international bestseller lists; There are more than 10 million Babar books in print!; The de Brunhoff family is legendary for keeping Babar at the forefront of children's literature for 80 years; 2012 is the 80th anniversary of Babar the elephant! Nostalgia and his perennial appeal is sure to have people celebrating with Babar and his family.; Unjacketed, three piece case treatment is a return to a traditional Babar look and feel, at an attractive lower price.; Shirley Hughes, author and illustrator of more than 50 books, and countless others have praised Babar's permanence and appeal.

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Babar continues to be one of the best-loved children's book characters ever created, selling millions of copies worldwide. In Spring 2012, Abrams began reissuing Laurent de Brunhoff's classic Babar stories in handsome new three-piece case editions with less story text. Parents, grandparents, and teachers alike can now introduce Babar and his kingdom to a whole new generation!

Celesteville turns topsy-turvy when a friendly but mischievous ghost follows the elephant children home from a haunted castle. Perfect for Halloween promotion.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419705113

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Illustration: Colour illustrations throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 291.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 40

About the Author

Laurent de Brunhoff has kept the spirit of Babar alive for more than 60 years. Babar first came to life through the art of Laurent's father, Jean de Brunhoff, and Laurent has continued to create adventures for the elephant family.

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