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Paddington

by Michael Bond

A bear’s first arrival in London

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A bear’s first arrival in London

Paddington’s story begins with a journey from Peru to England, where a label asking someone to look after him leads to his meeting with the Brown family at Paddington Station. The setup brings together a child-friendly travel adventure and the idea of making a home for someone who arrives as a stranger. Marmalade and Paddington’s earnest good intentions are part of the misadventures described in this classic picture book. This revised edition pairs Michael Bond’s story with updated artwork by original artist R. W. Alley.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 looking for a classic picture-book story.
  • Families sharing a tale about a lost bear finding welcome in a new home.
  • Young readers who enjoy humorous misadventures and animal characters.

Themes

Travel and arrivalWelcome and belongingFamilyGood intentions and mishaps

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Book overview

The very first, classic Paddington picture book, with updated art from the original artist.

Nearly fifty years ago, a small bear from Darkest Peru set out on an adventure of a lifetime. With nothing but a suitcase, several jars of marmalade, and a label around his neck that read, "Please Look After This Bear," he stowed away on a ship headed for faraway England. When the little bear arrived at London's busy Paddington Station, he was discovered by Mr. and Mrs. Brown. As luck would have it, the Browns were just the sort of people to welcome a lost bear into their family.

Paddington Bear has charmed readers worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This reissue of the classic story, with new artwork by original artist R. W. Alley, will surely let a whole new generation of children find a home in their hearts for this lovable lost bear.

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