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Paddington and the Christmas Surprise
- Author
- Michael Bond
- Narrator
- Stephen Fry
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 15 October 2020
- Run Time
- 10 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
A funny, festive picture book about Paddington, the beloved, classic bear from darkest Peru.
When the Browns take Paddington to the Christmas grotto at the local department store, their journey through the Winter Wonderland is full of unexpected surprises. But the best surprise is a present from Santa. After all, who else would find the perfect present for a bear like Paddington?
Join Paddington on his festive adventure as he discovers why Santa Claus makes everyone’s Christmas so special.
Critics Review
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Praise 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
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Details
- Author
- Michael Bond
- Narrator
- Stephen Fry
- Duration
- 10 minutes
- Release Date
- 15 October 2020
- ISBN
- 9780008442545
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Children’s picture books, Children’s / Teenage social topics: Migration / refugees, Picture books: character books
Synopsis
A funny, festive picture book about Paddington, the beloved, classic bear from darkest Peru. When the Browns take Paddington to the Christmas grotto at the local department store, their journey through the Winter Wonderland is full of unexpected surprises. But the best surprise is a present from Santa. After all, who else would find the perfect present for a bear like Paddington? Join Paddington on his festive adventure as he discovers why Santa Claus makes everyone’s Christmas so special.
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