Book cover for Paddington Races Ahead by Michael Bond

Paddington Races Ahead

2018 Released
192 Pages
1-2 Hours
Hardback Unavailable
HarperCollinsISBN 9780062312372

Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers 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 and R.W. Alley.

Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in strange situations. From a squishy miscommunication involving oysters and public transit to a case of mistaken identity, there’s never a dull moment when a certain bear is around!

Paddington Races Ahead is the thirteenth classic novel about Michael Bond’s beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.


What kind of trouble can one small bear get into this time?


  • Classic Children’s Literature: Perfect for a new generation of readers and longtime fans, discover the timeless charm that has made Paddington a beloved character for decades.
  • Hilarious Misunderstandings: Whether he’s confusing an Oyster card with a seafood snack or accidentally swapping shaving cream for cake icing, Paddington’s logic is always accidentally brilliant.
  • A Charming London Setting: Follow Paddington on his adventures through the bustling Portobello Market and the familiar comfort of Windsor Gardens.
  • Heartwarming and Funny Stories: Each chapter is a complete, heartwarming tale of a well-meaning bear who always seems to find trouble—or it finds him!

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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