Books by Michael Bond

Portrait of Michael Bond

Michael Bond was a beloved British author best known for creating Paddington Bear, the marmalade-loving character whose gentle humour and quiet wisdom have charmed readers for generations. Drawing on his keen powers of observation and warmth of spirit, Bond captured the quirks of everyday life with tenderness and wit, making his stories timeless companions for children and adults alike.

Beyond Paddington, Bond wrote numerous other works, including the Monsieur Pamplemousse mysteries and tales for younger readers that reflected his enduring curiosity about people and places. His writing continues to embody kindness, curiosity, and a subtle sense of adventure that remains unmistakably British.

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  • Paddington in the Garden Band 15Emerald Collins

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington in the Garden Band 15Emerald Collins

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelWhen Paddington starts to make a list of all the nice things he can think of about being a bear and living with the Browns he is sure to include the garden'. Paddington feels very lucky to have such a nice garden, especially as he has his own little patch in it to keep him out of mischief!When Paddington is around, things are rarely simple and he soon finds that gardening his own little patch in the Brown family's garden is not as easy as he had thought. He sets out, with a jar of marmalade of course, to look for ideasChildren can recap the story through Paddington's list on pages 3031, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.Trade Review“When Paddington tries his paw at gardening there are both interesting and colourful results”Children’s Buyer’s Guide Autumn Books

    2 in stock

    £10.44

  • How to Be More Paddington A Book of Kindness The

    HarperCollins Publishers How to Be More Paddington A Book of Kindness The

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisWelcome to the wise and wonderful world of everyone's favourite bear.Paddington Bear is a beacon of happiness well meaning, funny and always kind.Explore Paddington's unique and universal take on life in this very special collection of warm words about friendship, family, love, laughter and everything in between.Trade ReviewPraise 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

    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Wayfinding: The Art and Science of How We Find

    Pan Macmillan Wayfinding: The Art and Science of How We Find

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis'Beautifully written and researched.' - Isabella Tree, author of WildingThe physical world is infinitely complex, yet most of us are able to find our way around it. We can walk through unfamiliar streets while maintaining a sense of direction, take shortcuts along paths we have never used and remember for many years places we have visited only once. These are remarkable achievements.In Wayfinding, Michael Bond explores how we do it: how our brains make the ‘cognitive maps’ that keep us orientated, even in places that we don’t know. He considers how we relate to places, and asks how our understanding of the world around us affects our psychology and behaviour.The way we think about physical space has been crucial to our evolution: the ability to navigate over large distances in prehistoric times gave Homo sapiens an advantage over the rest of the human family. Children are instinctive explorers, developing a spatial understanding as they roam. And yet today few of us make use of the wayfaring skills that we inherited from our nomadic ancestors. Most of us have little idea what we may be losing.Bond seeks an answer to the question of why some of us are so much better at finding our way than others. He also tackles the controversial subject of sex differences in navigation, and finally tries to understand why being lost can be such a devastating psychological experience.For readers of writers as different as Robert Macfarlane and Oliver Sacks, Wayfinding is a book that can change our sense of ourselves.'A fascinating excursion into the very nature of exploration. Absorbing stuff.' – explorer Benedict AllenTrade ReviewFascinating . . . Bond offers stories of phenomenal feats of navigation . . . Ultimately, “we are spatial beings” and Wayfinding skilfully and at times movingly makes the case for how deeply that is true. * Sunday Times *In this fascinating book about our gift for what Michael Bond calls wayfinding, he makes a compelling case that our ancient abilities to get from A to B aren’t just a matter of geography. * New Statesman *Michael Bond’s fascinating, incisive account of how the human brain evolved to keep us orientated throws up intriguing questions about how we live today . . . Beautifully written and researched; I hugely enjoyed this book. -- Isabella Tree, author of WildingTo understand anything, we first need to put it in some sort of order. A sense of direction is essential to the development of intelligence. Does this mean our world of automated travel and route-dictating apps is making us stupid? Michael Bond investigates in Wayfinding. * New Scientist *One of the most fascinating books I have read for a long while, not least because of how it opens up so many other subjects. * Scotsman *I hope this book will inspire people to explore and experiment with [their navigational] abilities, for if they do, they will be in for a wonderful surprise. -- Robin Knox-JohnstonAn excellently researched popular science book which explains how people — including experienced travellers — get lost, and why some individuals have superior navigational skills than others. * Spectator *A fascinating excursion into the very nature of exploration. Absorbing stuff. -- Benedict Allen

    7 in stock

    £10.44

  • HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Bear Collect all 15 Book

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    £33.39

  • Paddington Classic Adventures Box Set

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Classic Adventures Box Set

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    Book SynopsisThis beautiful boxed set includes brand-new paperback editions of the first three classic novels chronicling Paddington''s heartwarming adventures: A Bear Called Paddington, More about Paddington, and Paddington Helps Out.Paddington Bear had just traveled all the way from Peru when the Brown family first met him at Paddington Station. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same . . . for ordinary things become extraordinary when Paddington is involved.With the original text by Michael Bond and black-and-white illustrations by Peggy Fortnum, this boxed set is perfect Paddington fans old and new.

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    £18.02

  • Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington

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    £16.19

  • The Classic Adventures of Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers The Classic Adventures of Paddington

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn exquisite gift edition, bringing together eleven classic novels about everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!Paddington Bear had travelled all the way from Peru when the Brown family first met him on Paddington station. Since then their lives have never been quite the same for things just seem to happen to Paddington. Wherever there is excitement to be found, a flooded bathroom, menacing dumplings, or a bear overboard, Paddington is never far from the sceneThis very special treasury contains:A Bear Called PaddingtonMore About PaddingtonPaddington Helps OutPaddington AbroadPaddington at LargePaddington Marches OnPaddington at WorkPaddington Goes to TownPaddington Takes the AirPaddington on TopPaddington Takes the TestTrade ReviewPraise 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

    2 in stock

    £34.00

  • Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe classic story of everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington. Now available in board book format – perfect for tiny paws!Trade ReviewPraise 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

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddington Goes for Gold Band 15Emerald Collins

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Goes for Gold Band 15Emerald Collins

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    Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelA hilarious picture book featuring Paddington, the classic bear from Darkest Peru, as he takes part in a local family sports event with rather sticky results!Paddington is in high competitive spirits when he accompanies the Brown family to a local sports day. But whether he's putting the shot, helping Jonathan and Judy get ready for the three-legged race, or taking part in a relay, nothing goes quite as planned. Will a gold medal ever be within Paddington's reach?Children can recap the different ways Paddington tried to help in the sports day races through the summary on pages 3031, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.Trade ReviewPraise 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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    £10.44

  • Amazing Paddington Stories

    HarperCollins Publishers Amazing Paddington Stories

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThree favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Darkest Peru, brought together in one volume. Paddington is now a major movie star!

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Paddington and the Grand Tour Band 15Emerald

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington and the Grand Tour Band 15Emerald

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelPaddington Bear returns for a day of London sightseeing in this hilarious book by Michael Bond.Paddington is very excited. He is going on a day trip around the city with his friend, Mr Gruber. With his suitcase full of marmalade sandwiches and Mrs Bird's umbrella in case it rains, the bear from darkest Peru is ready for anything. Or almostChildren can recap the story through the poster on pages 3031, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.Trade ReviewPraise 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

    2 in stock

    £10.44

  • Bestloved Paddington Stories

    HarperCollins Publishers Bestloved Paddington Stories

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    Book SynopsisThree favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Darkest Peru, brought together in one volume. Paddington is now a major movie star!This special edition brings together three favourite classic adventures Paddington Goes to Hospital, Paddington at the Circus and Paddington Goes for Gold.Trade ReviewPraise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express 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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    £12.34

  • Paddington Funny Story Collection

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Funny Story Collection

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    £33.55

  • Favourite Paddington Stories

    HarperCollins Publishers Favourite Paddington Stories

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThree favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Darkest Peru, brought together in one volume. Paddington is now a major movie star!This special edition brings together three favourite classic adventures Paddington in the Garden, Paddington at the Carnival and Paddington and the Grand Tour.Whether he is gardening, walking along the canal, or seeing the sights of London as always there is never a dull moment when Paddington is around!Trade ReviewPraise 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

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisCelebrating 100 years since the birth of Michael Bond, one of the most beloved authors of all time.Enjoy the classic story of the bear from Darkest Peru who stowed away on a ship headed for England. He arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a half-empty jar of marmalade and a label that read, Please look after this bear. Thank you.For six decades, stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world. Paddington is now a major movie star!Trade Review‘Things are always happening to me. I’m that sort of bear’ Paddington 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

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddington in the Garden

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington in the Garden

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA hilarious story of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!For Paddington, one of the nicest things about being a bear and living with the Brown family is being able to share their lovely garden. And though he may not have green fingers, the fact that paws and marmalade are never far apart leads to some unexpectedly colourful results during National Garden Week!Trade ReviewPraise 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

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Olga da Polga

    Oxford University Press Olga da Polga

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis'From the very beginning there was not the slightest doubt that Olga da Polga was the sort of guinea-pig who would go places.' Michael Bond's guinea-pig has been charming readers for over 40 years. Catherine Rayner illustrates this stunning small format gift edition of Olga da Polga with glorious full colour watercolours and silkscreen images.

    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • Paddingtons Christmas Post

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Christmas Post

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisBased on the original stories by Michael Bond, a funny, festive Paddington adventure with real mail to open and enjoy!This funny interactive picture book follows Paddington as he does his best to help the Brown family get ready for a very special Christmas. Open the five envelopes inside and find an Advent calendar, Paddington's home-made Christmas card to Aunt Lucy, a bear-shaped Christmas tree decoration . . . and more!Paddington is looking forward to Christmas, and from making cards to writing to Santa there is certainly a lot to keep him busy!Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world for more than sixty-five years.Trade ReviewPraise 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

    15 in stock

    £12.34

  • Paddington Goes To Town The funny adventures of

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Goes To Town The funny adventures of

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!Paddington doesn't intentionally turn his friend's wedding into an uproar by getting the wedding ring stuck on his paw. Nor does he mean Mr Curry to slip on his marmalade sandwich in the middle of an important golf shot. But these sort of things just happen to a bear like Paddington!For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington and the Christmas Surprise

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington and the Christmas Surprise

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA 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.Trade ReviewPraise 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

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddington at the Palace

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington at the Palace

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA hilarious story of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!When Mr Gruber takes Paddington to Buckingham Palace to watch the Changing of the Guard, there are so many people in the way he can't see a thing. Luckily, a mysterious someone on high' appears to like small bearsTrade Review“Enchanting” Telegraph Praise for Paddington: “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” Bookseller

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddington at Work

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington at Work

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Paddington at the Tower

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington at the Tower

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £7.99

  • Paddington Storybook Favorites

    HarperCollins Paddington Storybook Favorites

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.29

  • Paddington Goes for Gold

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Goes for Gold

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA hilarious story Paddington, the much-loved bear from Darkest Peru ? now a major movie star!Paddington is in high competitive spirits when he accompanies the Brown family to a local sports day. But whether he?s putting the shot, helping Jonathan and Judy get ready for the three-legged race, or taking part in a relay, nothing goes quite as planned.Will a gold medal ever be within Paddington?s reach?Trade ReviewPraise 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

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddingtons London Story Treasury

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons London Story Treasury

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPaddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures for over sixty years. Now four of the best-loved classic London picture books are brought together in one volume.Paddington is now a major movie star!Paddington Bear had travelled all the way from Darkest Peru when the Brown family first met him on Paddington station. Since then their lives have never been quite the same for ordinary things become quite extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is around.This fun-filled treasury brings together four of Paddington hilarious London-based picture-book adventures.Paddington at the ZooPaddington at the PalacePaddington and the Marmalade MazePaddngton and the Grand TourTrade Review'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

    15 in stock

    £13.49

  • Paddington Abroad

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Abroad

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!The Browns are going abroad and a certain bear is planning the trip. But, as Mrs Brown worries, with Paddington in charge, There's no knowing where we might end up!For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    7 in stock

    £6.99

  • More About Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers More About Paddington

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    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!As Paddington says himself, Things happen to me I'm that sort of bear. And, with his attempts at home decorating, detective work and photography, the Brown family soon find that Paddington causes his own particular brand of chaos.For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

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    £6.99

  • Paddington Marches On

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Marches On

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!Paddington's fondness for marmalade earns him an invitation to an important ceremony. It also leads him into a lot of very sticky trouble, but as always he managed to come out on top.For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington on Top

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington on Top

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!Goodness gracious! cried Mrs Bird. What on earth's that bear doing now?Nothing is ever straightforward where Paddington is concerned. Whether he's going to school, visiting the seaside or attempting to keep fit one thing always leads to another.For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • A Bear Called Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers A Bear Called Paddington

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe original story of Paddington, the classic bear from Darkest Peru now a major movie star! Unabridged and featuring colour illustrations from the original Paddington illustrator, Peggy Fortnum, this beautiful large-sized edition of a much-loved classic will enchant established Paddington fans and a new generation of readers alike.

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Paddington and the Grand Tour

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington and the Grand Tour

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisA hilarious story of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!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?Trade ReviewPraise 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

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Paddington Races Ahead A funny illustrated

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Races Ahead A funny illustrated

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!My legs are a bit short for the pole vault! repeated Paddington hotly. But they've always been that way.Somehow Paddington always manages to find himself in unusual situations. So it is no surprise when he gets into a spot of bother with some shaving cream, causes a London bus to be evacuated, and is mistaken for a famous Peruvian hurdler by a film crew. There's never a dull moment when a certain bear is around!For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington Takes the Test

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Takes the Test

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisTo celebrate Paddington Bear's 60th birthday in 2018 this hilarious classic novel from master storyteller Michael Bond has been given a fresh new look. Paddington is now a major movie star!Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington At Large The funny adventures of

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington At Large The funny adventures of

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!Even Paddington can't come to much harm in half an hour, said Mrs Brown optimistically.But who else other than Paddington could hang Mr Curry's lawnmower from a treetop or set Father Christmas' beard on fire?For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Tales of Olga da Polga

    Oxford University Press Tales of Olga da Polga

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    Book SynopsisOne little guinea-pig and a whole lot of mischief! From the author of Paddington Bear, Michael Bond''s loveable guinea-pig has been charming readers for over 50 years. Olga da Polga has left the pet shop to start a new life with her owners. Her home is now a large and airy hutch and it''s not long before she meets Noel the cat, Fangio the hedgehog, and Graham the tortoise. Her garden companions soon discover that Olga loves an audience and from the moment she arrives she tells them stories about her wild and exciting adventures. Although they are not always sure whether to believe everything Olga says, one thing is certain-since Olga moved in, life is never dull! Whether she''s Olga the explorer, Olga the prizewinner, or Olga the storyteller, she is always Olga da Polga!Trade Review'There are a great many animal stories on the bookshelves these days, but it takes a lot to beat the charm and gentle humour of Olga da Polga . . . Just sit back and enjoy.' * Home and School *Olga's tales are tall, furry, and endlessly entertaining. * Hugh Bonneville *

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    £6.99

  • Paddington Helps Out The funny adventures of

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Helps Out The funny adventures of

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    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!Oh dear! said Paddington, I'm in trouble again.Somehow trouble always comes naturally to Paddington. What other bear could catch a fish in his hat, or cause havoc in the Browns' kitchen just by trying to be helpful?For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    Out of stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington at Work The funny adventures of

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington at Work The funny adventures of

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!There hasn't been a single disaster since Paddington came back from Peru. But he soon makes up for lost time. The Stock Exchange, the ballet, the barber's shop, Mr Curry's kitchen nothing is safe when Paddington gets to work.For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • A Bear Called Paddington

    HarperCollins Publishers A Bear Called Paddington

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis"The Browns first met Paddington on a railway station - Paddington station, in fact. He had travelled all the way from Darkest Peru with only a jar of marmalade, a suitcase and his hat. The Browns soon found that Paddington was a very unusual bear. Ordinary things - like having a bath, travelling underground or going to the seaside - became quite extraordinary, if a bear called Paddington was involved."--Publisher description.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddington Here and Now The funny adventures of

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Here and Now The funny adventures of

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious adventures of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!''I''m not a foreigner,'' exclaimed Paddington hotly. ''I''m from Darkest Peru.''Paddington has always felt at home with the Brown family. Then one day, a mysterious visitor arrives at number thirty-two Windsor Gardens. Is it time for Paddington to decide where home' really is?For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.Trade ReviewPraise 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 Praise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddingtons Suitcase

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Suitcase

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisEnjoy eight hilarious stories of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, in this special gift-set carry case. Paddington is now a major movie star!Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children around the world for more than sixty years.Read about Paddington's trip to the seaside, his encounters with the hungry inhabitants of a zoo and much more in these eight funny picture books!Inside you will find:Paddington and the Busy DayPaddington and the Marmalade MazePaddington and the Tutti Frutti RainbowPaddington at the FairPaddington at the PalacePaddington at the ZooPaddington Minds the HousePaddington the ArtistTrade ReviewPraise for Paddington’s Finest Hour: “…a delight throughout…” Financial Times Praise for Love From Paddington: “…a jolly ride through the best of the Paddington tales” The Times “…a delightful collection…” Sunday Express 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

    Out of stock

    £15.29

  • Paddingtons Cookery Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Cookery Book

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisGet your paws sticky with Paddington, the classic bear from Darkest Peru, now a major movie star!From bear-shaped cookies to marmalade (of course!), with treats from around the world, there is something for everyone in this unique collection of recipes. The perfect gift for Paddington fans of all ages!Paddington has collected together all of his favourite recipes in this wonderful cookery book for children.Try your paw at bear-faced party pizzas, sticky marmalade sausages, fizzy jelly, Aunt Lucy''s guacamole, Mr Gruber''s chicken paprika and Mrs Bird''s beef stew.Packed full of anecdotes of Paddington''s own hilarious kitchen experiences, along with his memories of sampling various dishes, this book is every bit as fun to read as it is instructional!Tie on your apron, and get stuck in!Trade ReviewPraise for Paddington’s Cookery Book:“Delectable recipes” Junior “Delightfully illustrated” BBC Good Food Magazine 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

    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • Paddington Sets Sail

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Paddington Sets Sail

    Out of stock

    Book Synopsis

    Out of stock

    £6.60

  • The Power of Others: Peer Pressure, Groupthink,

    Oneworld Publications The Power of Others: Peer Pressure, Groupthink,

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisTeenage cliques, jihadist cells, army units, polar expeditions, and football hooligans – on the face of it, each of these groups might seem exceptional, but the forces that bind and drive them can affect us all. In recent decades, psychologists have uncovered how and why our innate socialness holds huge sway over how we think and act, propelling us to both high achievement and unthinking cruelty. We are beholden to our peers, even when we think we’re calling the shots. This is the power of others. In this captivating work, science writer Michael Bond investigates the latest breakthroughs in social psychology to reveal how to guard against groupthink, build better teamwork, identify shared objectives, become more ethical, and survive moments of isolation. A fascinating blend of evolutionary theory, behavourial science, and remarkable case studies, The Power of Others will teach you to truly harness your collective self.Trade Review'Important and compelling. Bond drives home a fact that we all must accept – we are never alone. The people in our lives affect every aspect of our behaviour in ways that we are often not consciously aware of.' -- David McRaney, bestselling author of You Are Not So Smart'Accessible, captivating, and fun. Though we think of ourselves as free individuals, our choices are influenced by others – and the scary thing is that we don’t realise it.' -- William Poundstone, author of Are You Smart Enough to Work at Google?‘Easy to read [and] interesting’ * Press Association *

    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • Paddingtons Trick or Treat

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Trick or Treat

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisCelebrate the spooky season with everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!Paddington Bear is getting ready for a Halloween party, strictly for family only. He can't wait for the party to start as soon as he gets home from trick or treating! But nothing goes quite to plan after Paddington's mean neighbour, Mr Curry, invites himself to the party and spoils all the fun. Luckily, Paddington has a special Halloween trick that might just save the day!A hilarious new Paddington adventure, full of spooky surprises!

    15 in stock

    £11.69

  • Olga Carries On

    Oxford University Press Olga Carries On

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn the third book in the Olga da Polga series, there are some new arrivals in the Sawdust family and guinea-pig Olga is keen to find out who the mysterious creatures upstairs are!Trade Review'There are a great many animal stories on the bookshelves these days, but it takes a lot to beat the charm and gentle humour of Olga da Polga . . . Just sit back and enjoy.' * Home and School *'Olga's tales are tall, furry, and endlessly entertaining.' * Hugh Bonneville *

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Paddingtons Guide to London

    HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Guide to London

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisPaddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures for over sixty years and is now a major movie star!Paddington unveils his adopted home as only Paddington can. From the station itself (the start of it all) and on through all the major London destinations (with some surprising detours en route) this is a guide certain to entertain and enlighten the whole family.With plenty of anecdotes and stops for refreshments along the way, Paddington''s London will guide visitors and London dwellers alike, young and old, families, couples, friends and solitary explorers to a London that is rich, exciting, fascinating and fun.Trade Review“If your holiday plans include a trip to the capital, a guidebook is a must-have and Paddington’s Guide to London does the job perfectly… As well as packing in all the landmarks, he even manages to track down the marmalade in Fortnum & Mason.” Sunday Express Praise for Paddington Bear: '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

    4 in stock

    £11.69

  • Olga Meets Her Match

    Oxford University Press Olga Meets Her Match

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn the second book in the Olga da Polga series, Olga makes best friends with another guinea-pig she meets during a seaside holiday.Trade Review'There are a great many animal stories on the bookshelves these days, but it takes a lot to beat the charm and gentle humour of Olga da Polga . . . Just sit back and enjoy.' * Home and School *'Olga's tales are tall, furry, and endlessly entertaining.' * Hugh Bonneville *

    2 in stock

    £6.99

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