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Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever

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Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever by Beatrice Alemagna is a delightful children's story about a young boy named Harold, who is feeling sorry for himself on his seventh birthday. His parents decide to throw him an extravagant party that quickly spins out of control in the most unexpected and hilarious ways. This chaos, however, leads to surprising discoveries and the best birthday celebration Harold could imagine.
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Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever

A fun, heart-warming story about a lonely boy named Harold Snipperpot, and what happens when his parents decide to throw him a birthday party.

A fun, heart-warming story about a lonely boy named Harold Snipperpot, and what happens when his parents decide to throw him a birthday party.

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Harold Philip Snipperpot is turning seven years old. He's never had a real birthday party. His parents are too grumpy. But this year is going to be different.

Thanks to an amazing man named Mr. Ponzio, something incredible is going to happen on Harold's birthday – and it's going to be absolutely extraordinary.

Full of surprises, every animal imaginable, and magical moments galore, Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever is a rumbustious exploration of the ways in which good things can emerge from disaster.

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Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever has been praised for its striking visual style and brilliant touch of absurdity. Reviewers have noted its extraordinary and beautiful storytelling paired with fabulous illustrations, making it a treat for readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500652503

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 229.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 44

About the Author

Beatrice Alemagna is an author and illustrator of children's books. She is the winner of numerous awards, including the New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book Award and the Hans Christian Andersen Award.

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