Paddington Bear first met the Brown family at 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 a label reading 'Please look after this bear'. Without further ado, Mr and Mrs Brown promptly welcomed the adventurous bear into their family, and in honour of their meeting place they named him Paddington.The Browns soon discover that Paddington is a most unusual bear. Ordinary things - like having a bath - become quite extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is around!To celebrate fifty years of Britain's best loved bear, we are delighted to publish a luxury book and toy gift set of the first classic picture book story and a collectors' edition Paddington plush bear.
Michael Bond
Michael Bond was a British author best known for creating the beloved character Paddington Bear. Bond's literary style was characterized by his ability to blend humor, warmth, and whimsy in his stories. His most notable works include the Paddington Bear series, which follows the adventures of a polite and well-meaning bear from Peru who finds himself in various mishaps in London.
Bond's contributions to literature include bringing to life a character that has captured the hearts of readers of all ages around the world. His stories have had a lasting impact on the children's literature genre, inspiring generations of readers with Paddington's charm and kindness.
One of Bond's most famous works is "A Bear Called Paddington," the first book in the Paddington Bear series, which was published in 1958. The book has since been adapted into various forms of media, including television shows and films, cementing Paddington Bear as a timeless and iconic character in children's literature. Bond's legacy continues to live on through the enduring popularity of Paddington Bear and his endearing adventures.