Unfollow paddington bear books to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. First edition of the first book in the paddington series. Nov 09, 2017 with illustrations by rw alley, who has illustrated the paddington bear books since 1997, the publication of the book will mark the 60th anniversary of a bear called paddington, bonds first book. Nov, 2017 paddington bears first appearance was in the 1958 book a bear called paddington. See more ideas about paddington bear, bear and teddy bear. A good size and just the right amount of words etc. A bear called paddington by michael bond waterstones. New listing paddington bear rare vintage 1979 picture story book michael bondbca london. Scarce first edition of readers introduction to a very rare sort of bear from the heart of darkest peru, inscribed by the author on title page, to david, with all good wishes, michael bond, 7th december 2010.
First edition, first printing, with 1960 on the title page. It was an added bonus to find at the end a short, pleasant essay by the author describing how he first came to write the paddington books, which have eclipsed. Bought for a first birthday present along with the little paddington bear very well received by everyone well who doesnt love paddington. More than 35 million paddington books have been sold around the world, and the characters have also been featured in film and on television. Paddington, the most endearing bear from darkest peru, first charmed american audiences forty years ago. The paddington bear book series by multiple authors includes books a bear called paddington, more about paddington, paddington helps out, and several more.
Oct 19, 2017 paddington bear had travelled all the way from darkest peru when the brown family first met him on paddington station. This is a beautiful edition of paddington bear, complete with 11 chapter novels a bear called paddington, more about paddington, paddington helps out, paddington abroad, paddington at large, paddington marches on, paddington at work, paddington goes to town, paddington takes the air, paddington on top, and paddington takes the test all in one volume. Paddington helps out by bond michael, first edition abebooks. First edition, stated, near fine hardcover, glossy color illustrated covers, interior unread, illustrated endpapers, near fine dj, in brodart, 32 pages, author michael bond began chronicling the adventures of a bear called paddington in 1958. This is a video that contains all of the paddington bear books written by michael bond. A bear called paddington by michael bond hardcover first. The paddington books have since become childrens classics, translated into more than 30. Shaped by all the things that make you, you, our imaginative charms are made with the planet in mind, from responsibly sourced materials and recycled precious metals. A bear called paddington collectors edition paddington. He gave his wife a teddy bear for christmas in 1956. These are the original, early paddington books where all illustrations are by the incomparable peggy fortnum. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Paddington bear by michael bond, first edition abebooks. See more ideas about paddington bear, bear and childrens literature. In the story, friendly bear paddington was from peru and was found abandoned by. Over fifty years ago, a small bear from peru set out on an adventure of a lifetime. These funny picture books follow the marmaladeloving bear from peru on gentle adventures that range from his arrival at paddington station, complete with a suitcase bearing the note please look after this bear, to a fun day at the carnival. In the end, this book is the first in the long classical series of paddington bear, who comes from darkest peru and who loves marmalade. A bear called paddington by bond, first edition abebooks. Thomas michael bond cbe january 1926 27 june 2017 was a british author. Since then their lives have never been quite the same for ordinary things become quite extraordinary when a bear called paddington is involved. Fortunately, bears dont need much encouragement, and paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and. Paddington bear book series 14 books all formats kindle edition from book 1. It is in this book that we get to see the most recurring characters and locations that occur in the paddington bear series like portobello market, mr gruber and i am very pleased that the kindle edition hs kept peggy fortnums original ink illustrations, which i am very fond of for their energy and the clear expressions of the characters. He is best known for a series of fictional stories for children, featuring the character of paddington bear.
Now before you ask why he has such an unuusal name i will tell you his story. The fourteenth, and most recent title, love from paddington, was published in 2014. An impressive collection of paddington bear books to own. Every book revolves around the life of the fictional character named paddington bear. First published in 1958, a bear called paddington is. In near fine condition, in a very good dust jacket. A bear called paddington michael bond first edition signed. The paddington bear book series is a longrunning series of childrens books and fiction novels written by a highly renowned british novelist named michael bond.
This series is comprised of a total of 28 books originally released between 1958 and 2017. With illustrations by rw alley, who has illustrated the paddington bear books since 1997, the publication of the book will mark the 60th anniversary of a. Paddington collection 10 books collection book people. Michael bond a bear called paddington first uk edition 1958. He first appeared on october 1958 in the childrens book a bear called paddington and has been featured in more than twenty books written by british author michael bond and illustrated by peggy fortnum and other artists. Please comment, but do not use inappropriate language. A very good book with two small names to the front endpaper. The classic novel about paddingtonwhos now a major movie star. A bear called paddington audiobook free online streaming. A collection of first edition paddington bear books all signed by the author michael bond. Where is paddington bear from, why does he have a blue coat.
Jan 01, 2008 this fictional series book was published in england for the occasion of the 50th anniversary of paddington bear. Bear called paddington first edition bauman rare books. Michael bond a bear called paddington first uk edition 1958 1st book. His first book, a bear called paddington, was published in 1958. A bear called paddington audiobook series paddington among the many adorable story collections, this one titled as a bear called paddington is the book 1 from the paddington series written by the author michael bond and beautifully and smoothly narrated by stephen fry who is capable of capturing the listeners mind through the expressions that are used in the voice of narration. This fictional series book was published in england for the occasion of the 50th anniversary of paddington bear. A bear called paddington michael bond first edition signed rare. A bear called paddington in antiquarian and collectable books for. Exclusive new paddington story from michael bond to read to kids. Paddington bear had travelled all the way from darkest peru when the brown family first met him on paddington station. Paddington bear is a fictional character in childrens literature. A bear called paddington by michael bond, peggy fortnum.
T his book is about a bear from darkest peru called paddington. A very good book with one previous owners name at top of front pastedown, and another one at top of front free endpaper crossed out. The first nine paddington books to be published were all full length chapter books and each chapter in the books is a story in its own right. Paddington rules the waves by michael bond 20080303 go to book. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket with light rubbing to the front panel and a few small. He wrote more than 25 paddington books including paddington here and now and paddington s finest hour. Charms sterling silver, gold and rose gold pandora uk. Paddington has earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. Paddington bears first appearance was in the 1958 book a bear called paddington. Paddington bear gets ebook treatment childrens books the. Exclusive new paddington story from michael bond to read to. Michael bond began chronicling paddingtons adventures in his first book, a bear called paddington, published in 1958. May 05, 2011 t his book is about a bear from darkest peru called paddington. This is your first port of call for finding out everything relating to the famous bear, his author michael bond and the movie.
Final paddington bear book being published daily mail online. Paddington debuted in 1958s a bear called paddington, returning in a number of stories that bond continued to craft until his passing in 2017. In a very good clipped wrapper with a little light loss to the spine tips and corners and some spotting to the rear panel and front panel. Kindle edition, paperback, mass market paperback, audio cd, audible audiobook. See the complete paddington bear series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same. He first appeared on october 1958 in the adults book a bear called paddington and has been featured in more than twenty books written by british author michael bond and illustrated by peggy fortnum and other artists the friendly bear from darkest italywith his old hat, battered suitcase, duffel coat and love of marmalade.
Listen to bear called paddington by michael bond at. The browns first meet paddington on a railway platform in london. Oct 11, 2010 this is a video that contains all of the paddington bear books written by michael bond. An impressive collection of paddington bear books to. Dec 02, 2011 the 85yearold bond, who published his first book, a bear called paddington, in 1958, was initially unsure about allowing his classic creation to be digitised. The 85yearold bond, who published his first book, a bear called paddington, in 1958, was initially unsure about allowing his classic creation to be digitised.
Paddington helps out by michael bond collins, london 1964 first uk edition, third impression condition. She it named paddington after the london train station near their home. Paddington bear collection with world book day 2018 14 books set. Fortunately, bears dont need much encouragement, and paddington has since filled the pages of twelve further novels, a variety of picture books, and many other projects written for the young at heart. He wrote more than 25 paddington books including paddington here and now and paddingtons finest hour. Mixing traditional techniques with modern skills, our accomplished craftspeople weave a story into each design, leaving you to bring it. Paddington has charmed readers for generations with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. A first edition, first printing published by collins in 1958. Although there have been many picture book versions of paddington published, as well as paddington activity books and other items, this is the first time in c. Paddington bear had traveled all the way from peru when the browns first met him in paddington station.
We have some original art by peggy fortnum elsewhere accessed from our shop front. 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. Adopted by the wonderful brown family of 32 windsor gardens, the young paddington was discovered waiting at his namesake railway station in london. The jacket is not priced, as there was some sort of tape or sticker to the top edge of the front flap that was pulled up, removing a strip of surface where the price could be. To celebrate 60 years of paddington bear, comes this beautiful new edition of his first ever adventure. May 21, 2018 a bear called paddington audiobook series paddington among the many adorable story collections, this one titled as a bear called paddington is the book 1 from the paddington series written by the author michael bond and beautifully and smoothly narrated by stephen fry who is capable of capturing the listeners mind through the expressions that are used in the voice of narration. This is my first video, so i hope that you enjoy it. A bbc animated series elevated bonds concept to almost cultlike status. First published in 1958, a bear called paddington is the first novel by michael bond, chronicling the adventures of this lovable bear. This collection brings together 10 of muchmissed author michael bonds most beloved paddington stories. In the story, friendly bear paddington was from peru and was found abandoned by the brown family, who take him in. Ok only cardboard but its not a plaything so much as somewhere to keep the books.
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