A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond begins with Paddington arriving at Paddington Station in London, with nothing but a suitcase and a label around his neck that reads “Please look after this bear.”
Luckily, Paddington is taken in by the Brown family and begins to experience all sorts of new adventures, from trying marmalade for the first time to getting into mischief at the theater.
Bond’s writing is charming and humorous, and he expertly captures the innocence and curiosity of Paddington as he navigates his new life in London. The illustrations by Peggy Fortnum are equally delightful, bringing Paddington and his world to life with their playful and whimsical style.
