Synopses & Reviews
Who but Paddington, that bumbling but lovable bear from Darkest Peru could find himself caught in the unsettling predicament of having to admit that he has accidentally dumped a tin of worms into the faculty stew on his first and, needless to say, last day at school?
In this revised edition of PADDINGTON ON TOP, our favorite bear finds himself caught up in seven fresh and lively adventures, each requiring more than Paddingtonand#8217;s usual hard stares and sticky-fingered determination. Whether proving his adeptness at water skiing, scoring the winning touchdown for a visiting Peruvian rugby team, or improving his physique, his beguiling innocence and dauntless enthusiasm have no match. Each hilarious escapade proves that hereand#8217;s a bear whoand#8217;s bound to come out and#151; on top.
Review
and#147;In PADDINGTON ON TOP [Paddington] attends school (briefly), and#145;cleans upand#8217; a neighborand#8217;s house, visits the law courts, learns water skiing and#151; even hang gliding and#151; tries muscle-building, plays rugby football, and goes shopping. Each incident is, of course, a blessed disaster. Strictly for children and#151; but who does not qualify?and#8221; Christian Science Monitor
and#147;Vintage Paddington . . . and lovable as ever." Kirkus Reviews
"Throughout, [Paddington] is able, as always, to turn his mishaps into success and come out on top." and#151;Booklist Booklist, ALA
Synopsis
In this revised edition of Paddington on Top, our favorite bear finds himself caught up in seven fresh and lively adventures, taking him from school to water skis and beyond. Paddingtonand#8217;s trademark innocence and determination are sure to delight readers of all ages and prove again and again that this is one bear whoand#8217;s bound to come out on top.
About the Author
Michael Bond purchased the original Paddington bear as a Christmas gift for his wife in 1956. A Bear Called Paddington was published two years later. At the time one reviewer said, "It should be compulsory reading for any child from six to sixty. Paddington is the funniest character in children's books for many years." Mr. Bond now lives in London.