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DescriptionThe classic bear from Darkest Peru, who was found on Paddington Station, returns for a day of London sightseeing in this hilarious picture book! With his suitcase packed full of marmalade sandwiches and Mrs Bird's umbrella (in case it rains), Paddington sets out for a day of sightseeing with his friend, Mr Gruber. How can he know that the tourists will think he's their tour guide? And how is he to guess that they will follow him everywhere? ReviewsPraise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington! He is a British institution.' -Stephen Fry Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' -The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear!has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' -The Bookseller Author descriptionOn Christmas Eve, 1956, Michael Bond bought a small toy bear for his wife and they named it 'Paddington' as they were living near Paddington station. In 1958, A Bear Called Paddington was published with many more stories to follow. Michael still lives in London. In 1997 he was awarded the OBE for his services to children's literature. |