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  • A Bear Called Paddington

  • By: Michael Bond
  • Narrated by: Stephen Fry
  • Length: 2 hrs and 39 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,161 ratings)

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A Bear Called Paddington

By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
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Publisher's summary

Paddington Bear had traveled all the way from Darkest Peru when the Brown family first met him on Paddington Station. Since then their lives have never been quite the same...for ordinary things become quite extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is involved.
©1958, 1986 Michael Bond (P)2005 HarperCollins Publishers, Inc.
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2005 Audie Award Nominee, Kids' Titles, Ages Up to 8

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loved it

the book is very well written,
the narater did an awesome job at bringing the characters to live.
i enjoyed it a lot

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Lighten My Load

I am 75 now and a great grandmother. I have read Paddington to my children and grandchildren. Third generation to come.
I missed the old boy so I listened today as I did my chores. He did not
disappoint.
Looking forward to sharing this lovely “Brown” bear again, with little ones who will find him, as endearing as I do.
Good job, folks.

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Clumsy bear LOL!!!

I'm listening to this and laugh at my random clumsy moments HAHAHAHA! This could be me if I happen to be a little bear :D

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A Truly Must-Read Classic

This is an amazing story. The humorous situations, great dialogue, and so much more is wrapped up in this little book. As a author and a reader, I can tell you this is a story everyone should read, whether or not you see the movie. I've read many books, and listened to many as well. This is still one of my favorites.

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Great for any age.

Would you listen to A Bear Called Paddington again? Why?

Probably not, I enjoyed it the first time very much but I have many more books I want to read.

What other book might you compare A Bear Called Paddington to and why?

It is unique.

Any additional comments?

Anyone with a heart should love Paddington, from youngest child to elderly.

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So,so, so awesome!!!

Paddington is the perfect story for any child who loves bears,adventure,and fun.Everyone will love him.

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Kids live this before bed

The story is well told, better than I’d do it and kids really enjoy listening.

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Well, I'm a Stephen Fry fan but my wife isn't.

Well, I'm a Stephen Fry fan but my wife isn't. That was until this. Such an excellent job by Mr. Fry. Perfect. And the stories? Well, they're second to none. I wish I had been the one to first spot this bear~ My son, only six months old, has several audio books to accompany him in the afternoon, Paddington seems to be his favorite. I'll let you know when he actually begins speaking!!

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Stephen Fry is excellent

The Paddington books are absolute treasures. They are positive and joyful. Add Stephen Fry as the reader and you've got a really wonderful experience. I've gotten this one and More About Paddington. I will get others.

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Paddington....My favorite bear!!!!

I absolutely LOVE paddington.My favorite part is when they go to the underground and paddington has bacon,sticking out of his suitcase.I absolutely love this narrator...BUT!

Be warned...he doesn’t stay for long!!!!

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