Michael Bond

The Peruvian bear decorates, turns detective, and helps with Christmas shopping, along with other disasters.

Paddington visits the beach where he splashes in the ocean and builds a sand castle before being swept off in an adventure.

Ever since Paddington started working in the garden, it's been a bit quieter in the Brown household. But with Paddington around, things never stay quiet for long. From a paw-sticking toffee disaster to a slight scorching of Father Christmas's beard, Paddington brings a splash of adventure to every day. Paddington at Large is the fifth novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations...

While waiting for their daughter to arrive at Paddington Station, Mr. and Mrs. Brown spot a small bear, recently arrived from darkest Peru, and take him home to join their family. This is a fully color illustrated reissue with artwork by R.W. Alley of the classic chapter-book story.

Paddington Bear and the Brown family go to the circus, where Paddington ends up as part of the trapeze act.

"Paddington can't wait to taste Mrs. Bird's pancakes on Pancake Day. But when Mrs. Bird can't make the pancakes, Paddington will have to step in."--publisher

The young Peruvian bear Paddington's adventures on his trip to London begin when he is found and taken in by the Brown family at London's Paddington Station.