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The Bad Beginning Or, Orphans!

By Lemony Snicket
Series: Series of Unfortunate Events
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The Bad Beginning Or, Orphans! by Lemony Snicket introduces the Baudelaire siblings: Violet, Klaus, and Sunny, who find themselves in dire straits after their parents' sudden and tragic death. Sent to live with the sinister Count Olaf, they must outwit his devious plans to seize their family fortune. This story is a blend of dark humour and misadventure, setting the stage for a challenging series of unfortunate events.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re captivated by tales of mystery and suspense with a touch of dark humour. It's perfect for those who appreciate stories about resilient children facing challenging circumstances, overcoming misfortune, and outsmarting dastardly villains. The unique narrative style and gothic elements make it an intriguing read for both young and older readers who enjoy cleverly woven plots.

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The Bad Beginning Or, Orphans!

The first tale of the Baudelaire orphans is extremely unpleasant. It tells an unhappy tale about three very unlucky children. Even though they are charming and clever, the Baudelaire siblings lead lives filled with misery and woe. One might say they are magnets for misfortune.

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Are you made fainthearted by death? Does fire unnerve you? Is a villain something that might crop up in future nightmares of yours?

Are you thrilled by nefarious plots? Is cold porridge upsetting to you? Vicious threats? Hooks? Uncomfortable clothing?

It is likely that your answers will reveal A Series of Unfortunate Events to be ill-suited for your personal use. A librarian, bookseller, or acquaintance should be able to suggest books more appropriate for your fragile temperament.

But to the rarest of readers we say, 'Proceed, but cautiously'.

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The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket is highly praised for its dark humour and engaging storytelling. Publishers Weekly highlights its hilarity and notes the Baudelaires' ongoing adventures, while Kirkus Reviews describes the tale as wickedly entertaining. The New York Times Book Review commends the characters for their bravery and charm, and Brightly appreciates the book's unique literary style and comedic elements, making it ideal for fans of dark comedy.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780061146305

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 May 2007

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 120g

Pages: 176

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational 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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