Paddington Takes the Air

by Michael Bond

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Series: Paddington (9)

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Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond. What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or questioned as a prime witness in court? Or taking a crash course in water-skiing? Trust Paddington to follow his nose for adventure, with a suitcase full of marmalade sandwiches in tow! First published in 1970, Paddington Takes the Air is the ninth classic novel about Michael Bond's beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.… (more)

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More adventures of Paddington, a diversion from the horrible world and much needed.

amyem58 | Jun 2, 2020 |

Paddington tries out his tailoring skills on Mr Curry's trousers, and the Browns neighbour does not know whether he is coming or going. Neither does Paddington's birthday party go according to plan.

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Michael Bond	—	primary author	all editions	calculated
Fortnum, Peggy	Illustrator	secondary author	some editions	confirmed

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Paddington (9)

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The Complete Paddington (12 Book Box Set) by Michael Bond

More Hilarious Adventures of Paddington (5 volumes) by Michael Bond

Paddington's Adventures: 3 Classic Adventures of the Bear from Darkest Peru by Michael Bond

The Classic Adventures of Paddington (11-in-1) by Michael Bond

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Paddington Takes the Air

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1970-11-09

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Paddington Bear

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Windsor Gardens

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Paddington stared at Mrs. Brown as if he could hardly believe his ears.

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Fry, Stephen

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Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This brand-new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond. What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or questioned as a prime witness in court? Or taking a crash course in water-skiing? Trust Paddington to follow his nose for adventure, with a suitcase full of marmalade sandwiches in tow! First published in 1970, Paddington Takes the Air is the ninth classic novel about Michael Bond's beloved classic character, Paddington Bear.

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Chapter One - A VISIT TO THE DENTIST
Chapter Two - A STITCH IN TIME
Chapter Three - RIDING HIGH
Chapter Four - PADDINGTON STRIKES A BARGAIN
Chapter Five - THE CASE OF THE DOUBTFUL DUMMY
Chapter Six - PADDINGTON RECOMMENDED
Chapter Seven - THE LAST DANCE

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