Book cover for Paddington by Michael Bond

Paddington

2014 Released
32 Pages
0-1 Hours
Audiobook Unavailable
Paperback Unavailable
HarperCollinsISBN 9780062355850

Over fifty years ago, a small bear set out on the 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. Thank you," he crossed the ocean heading for England. When he 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—and their lives would never be the same.

Paddington Bear has charmed readers around the world with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This newly repackaged edition of the classic picture book, with illustrations by R. W. Alley, is the perfect introduction to Paddington Bear for young readers.


This charming story of kindness and belonging is perfect for young readers:


  • A Marmalade-Loving Bear: A polite young bear from Darkest Peru arrives at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a hat, and a very sticky jar.
  • A Heartwarming Story of Kindness: Discover the magic in the simple message tied around Paddington’s neck: "Please look after this bear. Thank you."
  • Humorous Misadventures: From messy accidents in the snack bar to a very bubbly bath, Paddington’s earnest good intentions always lead to gentle chaos and lots of laughs.
  • The Perfect Bedtime Story: With beautiful new illustrations by R. W. Alley, this classic picture book is an ideal choice for parents and children to share together.

Michael Bond

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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