Description
A new edition of the third book in Michael Bond's classic series about the unstoppable and much-loved guinea-pig, Olga da Polga. From the author of Paddington Bear, Michael Bond's little guinea-pig with a big imagination has been charming readers for over 50 years. There are new arrivals in the Sawdust family and Olga is very keen to meet them. Who are the mysterious creatures living in a palace upstairs in the bedroom? It isn't long before Olga finds out - and the lucky newcomers are just in time to hear her very first poetry recital!
New edition of the third book about everyone's favourite guinea-pig, Olga da Polga
About the Author
Michael Bond grew up in Berkshire alongside three guinea-pigs: Pip, Squeak, and Wilfred. Michael's first short story appeared in 1947 while he was serving in the army, but it was not until his debut children's book, A Bear Called Paddington, was publshed to huge success that Michael left his job at the BBC and turned to writing full time. He was honoured with an OBE in 1997 for his services to children's literature and a CBE in 2015.
Reviews
'There are a great many animal stories on the bookshelves these days, but it takes a lot to beat the charm and gentle humour of Olga da Polga . . . Just sit back and enjoy.' * Home and School *
'Olga's tales are tall, furry, and endlessly entertaining.' * Hugh Bonneville *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192787439
Author Michael Bond
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 152g
Dimensions(mm) 130mm * 198mm * 17mm
New edition of the third book about everyone's favourite guinea-pig, Olga da Polga
About the Author
Michael Bond grew up in Berkshire alongside three guinea-pigs: Pip, Squeak, and Wilfred. Michael's first short story appeared in 1947 while he was serving in the army, but it was not until his debut children's book, A Bear Called Paddington, was publshed to huge success that Michael left his job at the BBC and turned to writing full time. He was honoured with an OBE in 1997 for his services to children's literature and a CBE in 2015.
Reviews
'There are a great many animal stories on the bookshelves these days, but it takes a lot to beat the charm and gentle humour of Olga da Polga . . . Just sit back and enjoy.' * Home and School *
'Olga's tales are tall, furry, and endlessly entertaining.' * Hugh Bonneville *
Book Information
ISBN 9780192787439
Author Michael Bond
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 152g
Dimensions(mm) 130mm * 198mm * 17mm
