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Love from Paddington

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Love from Paddington by Michael Bond is a delightful tale centred around Paddington Bear's amusing adventures in London. Through a series of letters to his Aunt Lucy, Paddington shares his everyday experiences, charmingly depicting his mishaps and the lovable chaos that follows him. It's a heartwarming children's story filled with humour and the irresistible charm of everyone's favourite Peruvian bear.
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You might enjoy this heart-warming story if you love exploring the world through the eyes of a curious and charming bear. This delightful tale offers a series of amusing and charming adventures, perfect for young readers and those who enjoy a wholesome and endearing narrative filled with humour and heart.

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Love from Paddington

Sealed with a sticky paw! Hilarious first class correspondence from everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington – now a major movie star!

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

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Sealed with a sticky paw! Hilarious first-class correspondence from everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington – now a major movie star!

Dear Aunt Lucy,
I expect this will come as a great surprise to you, but not only have I arrived in England, but I have an address! I’m staying at number 32 Windsor Gardens, and it isn’t at all like the Home for Retired Bears…

This delightfully engaging series of letters from Paddington to his Aunt Lucy in Peru follows his new experiences in London while showcasing his uniquely charming and hilarious take on the world. From stowing away on a ship to working as a barber, there is certainly never a dull moment!

For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.

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Love from Paddington is celebrated for its charming portrayal of everyone's favourite bear, delivering a delightful collection that echoes the best of Paddington's adventures as noted by the Sunday Express. The Times describes it as a jolly journey through familiar and beloved tales, enhancing its appeal to fans. This book continues the rich tradition of Paddington, who is praised as a British literary institution and compared to other iconic characters like Winnie-the-Pooh.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008164355

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 144

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 2015, Michael was awarded a CBE for his services to children's literature, to add to the OBE he received in 1997. Michael died in 2017, leaving behind one of the great literary legacies of our time.

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