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A Bear Called Paddington

A Bear Called Paddington

by Michael Bond

Book 1 of Paddington

First published 1960 · 144 pages · about 2 hours to read

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Mr. and Mrs. Brown first met Paddington, a most endearing bear from Darkest Peru on a railway platform in London. A sign hanging around his neck said, "Please look after this bear. Thank you" So that is just what they did.

From the very first night when he attempted his first bath and ended up nearly flooding the house, Paddington was seldom far from imminent disaster. Jonathan and Judy were delighted with this havoc and even Mr. and Mrs. Brown had to admit that life seemed to be more filled with adventure when there was a bear in the house.

Quotes

  • “The bear bent down to do up its case again. As he did so, Mrs. Brown caught a glimpse of the writing on the label. It said, simply, PLEASE LOOK AFTER THIS BEAR. THANK YOU.”
    p. 10
  • “Paddington had a very persistent stare when he cared to use it. It was a very powerful stare. One which his Aunt Lucy had taught him and which he kept for special occasions.”
  • "There aren't many of us left where I come from." / "And where is that?" asked Mrs. Brown. / The bear looked round carefully before replying. / "Darkest Peru."
    p. 9

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