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A Bear Called Paddington

By Michael Bond
Paddington Bear
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In A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond, a kind Peruvian bear is adopted by the Brown family after being found at Paddington Station. With his love for marmalade and endearing mishaps, Paddington's adventures in London bring laughter and heartwarming moments as he adapts to his new home. This charming story introduces young readers to themes of friendship and family.
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You might enjoy this book if you love tales of adventure and gentle humour, featuring a charming bear from Peru adjusting to life in London. This delightful story, filled with curious antics and heartwarming moments, is perfect for children and anyone who appreciates timeless tales of friendship and fun.

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The original story of everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!

The funny, original story of everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!

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“A bear on Paddington Station?” said Mrs Brown in amazement. “Don’t be silly – there can’t be.”

The Browns first met Paddington on a railway station – Paddington station, in fact. He had travelled all the way from Darkest Peru with only a jar of marmalade, a suitcase and his hat.

The Browns soon find that Paddington is a very unusual bear. Ordinary things – like having a bath, travelling underground or going to the seaside become quite extraordinary, if a bear called Paddington is involved.

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I can’t find many reviews of the book, but here’s a very short summary of reviews for the Paddington series: A Bear Called Paddington and the series as a whole receive high praise for their enduring charm and warmth. They've been described as a delightful staple of children's literature, with Paddington himself becoming an iconic British character celebrated for his adventures and mishaps.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007174164

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 November 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum
  • Illustrated by Peggy Fortnum

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 160

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Classic Fiction Michael Bond Paddington Bear

About the Author

Michael Bond was born in Newbury, Berkshire on 13 January 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 the OBE for his services to children’s literature.

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