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A Bear Called Paddington

by Michael Bond Publisher: HARPERCOLLINS

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A bear’s arrival changes the ordinary

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A bear’s arrival changes the ordinary

First published in 1958, Michael Bond’s novel introduces Paddington, a bear who has traveled from Peru and joined the Brown family after they meet him at Paddington Station. The book gathers his adventures around a simple comic premise: everyday situations become unusual when Paddington is involved, often through his well-meaning efforts. This edition preserves Bond’s original text and includes illustrations by Peggy Fortnum, presenting the first Paddington novel in its classic form.

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  • A suitable choice for children in the listed 9–12 age group.
  • For families interested in sharing a classic children’s novel.
  • For readers who enjoy comic adventures centered on a well-intentioned bear.

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FamilyGood intentionsEveryday misadventuresClassic children’s fiction

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Book overview

The classic novel about Paddington--who's now a major movie star!

Paddington Bear had traveled all the way from Peru when the Browns first met him in Paddington Station. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same . . . for ordinary things become extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is involved.

First published in 1958, A Bear Called Paddington is the first novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this lovable bear. Paddington has charmed readers for generations with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond and illustrations by Peggy Fortnum.

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