The Last Bear

Name: The Last Bear
Brand: HarperCollins Publishers
SKU: 9780008411312
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By Hannah Gold

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Summary

The Last Bear by Hannah Gold takes readers on a heartfelt journey to Bear Island in the Arctic Circle. It follows a young girl named April who, while accompanying her scientist father, discovers a lone polar bear struggling to survive. The story centres around April's bond with the bear and her determination to help him, highlighting themes of friendship and environmental conservation.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might like this book if you enjoy heartwarming adventures featuring strong connections between humans and animals. With its beautiful storytelling and poignant themes of friendship and conservation, it is perfect for those who appreciate tales about the bond between a young girl and a majestic polar bear against the backdrop of a stunning Arctic setting.

The Last Bear

Imagine making friends with a polar bear… The Last Bear is perfect for readers of 8+, beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold

Winner of the Blue Peter Award – ‘A dazzling debut’ THE TIMES

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Imagine making friends with a polar bear… The Last Bear is perfect for readers of 8+, beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold.

WINNER OF THE 2022 BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD
WINNER OF THE 2022 WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE
SHORTLISTED FOR CHILDREN’S FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2022
SHORTLISTED FOR THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2022

‘This is an important first novel, important for us, for polar bears, for the planet. It is deeply moving, beautifully told, quite unforgettable’ – Michael Morpurgo

There are no polar bears left on Bear Island. At least, that’s what April’s father tells her when his scientific research takes them to this remote Arctic outpost for six months. But one endless summer night, April meets one. He is starving, lonely and a long way from home. Determined to save him, April begins the most important journey of her life . . .

This moving story will win the hearts of children the world over and show them that no one is too young or insignificant to make a difference. The Last Bear is a celebration of the love between a child and an animal, a battle cry for our world and an irresistible adventure with a heart as big as a bear’s.

‘A dazzling debut . . . A magical, confidently told story – with beautiful illustrations by Levi Pinfold’ – The Times

Hannah Gold's book The Last Bear was a No.2 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-04-2022.

FINDING BEAR, the irresistible sequel to The Last Bear, is available now.

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 Last Bear by Hannah Gold has been warmly received, capturing readers' hearts with its poignant message about the environment and polar bears. Critics praise it for its enchanting storytelling and emotional depth, applauding its impact on highlighting climate change. The illustrations by Levi Pinfold add to the book's charm, making it a compelling and beautiful read, particularly for younger audiences.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008411312

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

Illustrated by Levi Pinfold

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 320

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Hannah Gold

About the Author

Hannah Gold is the bestselling author of The Last Bear, The Lost Whale and Finding Bear. The Last Bear became an inspirational, international bestseller on release and was the winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award; and The Lost Whale was the winner of the Edward Stanford Children’s Travel Book of the Year. Hannah’s latest book, Finding Bear, was an instant top 5 bestseller. Her books have sold over 280,000 copies worldwide and have been translated into twenty-five languages. Hannah is also an ambassador for Whale and Dolphin Conservation. She lives in Lincolnshire with her tortoise, her cat and her husband.
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