100% NZ-owned | 80,000+ Books In NZ 📚

Today Only: 20% Off When You Buy 2+ Stationery Items! 🎨

The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog

By Michael Rosen
0.0 (0 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog by Michael Rosen is a delightful children's book that follows the whimsical escapades of Gaston, a clever and curious dog with a flair for adventure. Each chapter takes readers on a journey through Gaston's imaginative world, where he encounters a host of charming characters and exciting challenges. The book is filled with humour and heart, making it a captivating read for young audiences.
Read More
Format: Hardback
TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK Please add to wishlist to be notified when back in stock

Sorry, we're currently out of stock of The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog. Please add to your Wishlist and we'll send you an email as soon as it's back in stock.

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of heartwarming and funny tales about adventurous pets. With Michael Rosen's charming storytelling and whimsical illustrations, this delightful children's book offers an exciting journey filled with imaginative escapades and endearing characters that both kids and adults will love.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

A funny and fantastical adventure from former Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen and award-winning illustrator Viviane Schwarz.

Gaston le Dog longs to return to the beautiful beach he remembers from years ago. So he sets off on an adventure – but mystery and danger lurk at every turn, and Gaston will need all the help he can get from the friends he meets along the way. But can they all be trusted? And will Gaston’s odyssey bring him everything he hoped for? This playful new tale from national treasure Michael Rosen sprinkles myth, magic and fairy tale to create a brilliant story, illustrated by award-winning artist Viviane Schwarz, perfect for fans of the Grimwood series.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog by Michael Rosen is celebrated as a playful and enchanting tale, ideal for readers aged seven and above. Critics highlight Rosen's skill in crafting a charming and adventure-filled story, praised for its fairy-tale elements and perfect prose for young readers. The book emerged as one of the top chapter books of the year and is recommended as an excellent choice for independent reading or classroom use.

Book Hero reading reviews

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529501209

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Viviane Schwarz

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 160

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michael Rosen Young Adult

About the Author

Michael Rosen is one of the most popular authors for children; his bestselling titles published by Walker Books include We're Going on a Bear Hunt, A Great Big Cuddle and Michael Rosen’s Sad Book. A popular radio broadcaster, distinguished critic and academic, and multi-award-winning poet, Michael was appointed the Children's Laureate from 2007 to 2009, and is now Professor of Children's Literature at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Viviane Schwarz is the author-illustrator of the highly acclaimed picture books There Are Cats in this Book and There Are No Cats in this Book, both of which were shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal (2009, 2012), Is There a Dog in This Book?, Counting with Tiny Cat, Animals with Tiny Cat and How to Find Gold. The Adventures of a Nose was shortlisted for the V&A illustration Award and her debut graphic novel The Sleepwalkers was nominated for the British Comics Awards. She is also the illustrator of Cheese Belongs to You! and I Am Henry Finch, both written by friend and fellow picture book maker, Alexis Deacon. Find Viviane online at vivianeschwarz.co.uk, and on Twitter and Instagram as @vivschwarz.

Also by Michael Rosen

View all

More from Children's Books

View all

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.