The illustrations of Peggy Fortnum are charming and took me right back to my first encounter with the illustrious ursine fifty years ago. Michael Bond never thought of writing for children but, after producing a number of short stories and radio plays, his agent suggested that he adapt a television play for children. Now you can learn how to be more like the much-loved bear from Darkest Peru in this uplifting collection of inspiring – often hilarious – quotes from the enduringly popular books by Michael Bond, with beautiful illustrations by the original Paddington illustrator, Peggy Fortnum. From arriving in London and winning the hearts of the Brown family, to sharing elevenses with Mr Gruber and lending a paw around the neighbourhood, he always tries to do his very best for others… even if there are a few well-intentioned mishaps along the way! Paddington was brought up to show good manners and he will not engage with those who fail to treat him with the same - he knows how to employ a good Hard Stare.

It had been a lot of hard work but he was glad it had all been worthwhile—even if there was a lot of mess to clear up. Michael Bond was born in Newbury, Berkshire on 13 January 1926 and educated at Presentation College, Reading. Despite Paddington and his duffle coat being quite so iconic, he has gone through quite considerable change. Now you can learn life lessons from the much-loved bear from Darkest Peru, in this uplifting collection of quotations from the enduringly popular books by Michael Bond, with beautiful illustrations by the original Paddington illustrator, Peggy Fortnum. This lovely hardback book all about the adorable paddington bear is wonderful, the pictures some in colour some just sketches and little phrases and sayings from the sweet bear himself little words of wisdom, I highly recommend this book for all paddington fans!My son has a 'My First Paddington' gifted by some lovely friends and a Paddington car seat toy which he has found variously amusing and terrifying. Explore Paddington’s unique and universal take on life in this very special collection of warm words about friendship, family, love, laughter … and everything in between. Join our community to get personalised book suggestions, extracts straight to your inbox, 10% off RRPs, and to change children’s lives. This is an extremely minor point though and I can understand why this aspect of his character would be trickier to include in a book that is just a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day.

A collection of Paddington’s thoughts, other people’s comments about him, and general words of wisdom from our favourite Peruvian bear. We bought it for a couple of friends for Christmas and I had a flick through to check the content was good enough!

Tiny books of potted quotes from various pieces of classic literature are ten a penny, particularly if the characters originate from the Hundred Acre Wood. During World War II Michael Bond served in both the Royal Air Force and the Middlesex Regiment of the British Army. I have read this by myself and also with my two year old; it is a gift to the both of us and one to be treasured always. Bond also wrote culinary mystery stories for adults featuring Monsieur Pamplemousse and his faithful bloodhound, Pommes Frites. In 2015, Michael was awarded a CBE for his services to children's literature, to add to the OBE he received in 1997.

Featuring the wonderful words of Michael Bond and beautifully illustrated by Peggy Fortnum, every page contains an uplifting message or lesson that everybody could do well to learn from.He served in the Royal Air Force and the British Army before working as a cameraman for BBC TV for 19 years. He was the creator of Paddington Bear and wrote about the adventures of a guinea pig named Olga da Polga, as well as the animated BBC TV series The Herbs.

A lovely little book that filled me hope and joy… Read on own, and with my son aged 7, a book for the whole family. Explore Paddington's unique and universal take on life in this very special collection of warm words about friendship, family, love, laughter .Confronted by a problem, I often find myself wondering how he would deal with it, and mentally take note of his advice. In 2015, Michael was awarded a CBE for his services to children’s literature, to add to the OBE he received in 1997. For the last 37 years of his life Michael Bond lived in London, not far from Paddington Station where it all began. To quote Bond further, 'Although [Paddington's] head is often in the clouds, he has his feet firmly on the ground and he has a strong sense of right and wrong.