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Jean de Brunhoff’s tales of Babar have charmed readers around the world for 80 years. One of those most iconic series of animal books in history, Babar has become a household name both as a character in children’s books and on TV.
Beautifully illustrated, this edition is an ideal gift for children aged 3 and up.
This slipcase includes the following titles: The Story of Babar, Babar the King, Babar at Home and Babar’s Travels.
Jean de Brunhoff is considered to be one of the greatest picture book authors in history. Born in Paris, de Brunhoff was the fourth and last child of a successful publisher. He managed to produce a total of seven Babar books before his death at the age of 37. Since then, millions and millions of Babar books have been sold all around the world.
This charming collection of five French illustrated classics
follows the adventures of the world's best-loved elephant, Babar,
as he becomes king, builds a city, meets Father Christmas and has
many other exciting adventures. One of the most iconic series of
animal books in history, Babar has become a household name both as
a character in children's books and on TV. Jean de Brunhoff's
exquisite stories have charmed readers around the world for 80
years, and fans can now cherish a collection of his tales in this
beautiful gift book. This edition includes the original
introduction by A. A. Milne
"If you love elephants, you will love Babar and Celeste,... writes
A. A. Milne, author of Winnie-the-Pooh, in his preface to The Story
of Babar. "And if you have never loved elephants, you will love
them now.... After his mother is killed by a hunter, Babar avoids
capture by escaping to the city, where he is befriended by the
kindly Old Lady. He becomes educated and cultured and, upon his
return to the great forest, is crowned King of the Elephants. Jean
de Brunhoff's tales of Babar have charmed readers around the world
for 80 years. His stories have followed the king of the elephants
as he builds a city, founds a family and even meets Father
Christmas. Tested by difficult trials - from snakes to fire to
runaway prams - he always comes out on top, with the help of
patience, determination and, on one memorable occasion, a flight of
winged elephants. One of the most iconic series of animal books in
history, Babar has become a household name both as a character in
children's books and on TV. Beautifully illustrated, this edition
is an ideal gift for children aged 3 and up. Also look out for The
Babar Collection and Babar the King. Jean de Brunhoff is considered
to be one of the greatest picture book authors in history. Born in
Paris, de Brunhoff was the fourth and last child of a successful
publisher. He managed to produce a total of seven Babar books
before his death at the age of 37. Since then, millions and
millions of Babar books have been sold all around the world.
The classic first story about literature’s most beloved pachyderm. After his mother is killed by a hunter, Babar avoids capture by escaping to the city, where he is befriended by the kindly Old Lady. He becomes educated and cultured and, upon his return to the great forest, is crowned King of the Elephants. Translated from Jean de Brunhoff's original French, the adventures of the world's most popular elephant and his friends have enchanted an three generations. Delightfully amusing illustrations make this short collection of classic Babar tales a book to treasure for children young and old.
Babar returns in this unusual and heartwarming Christmas story by Jean de Brunhoff. Babar’s children have caught wind of a fellow in Man’s country named Father Christmas who brings joy and toys to little children. “If only we could bring him here,” they wish. So they write the Christmas saint a letter inviting him to visit them. When they get no reply, Babar, ever the good father, rushes out to find the red-suited one. After much searching, and with the help of a dog named Duck, Babar reaches Father Christmas’s workshop in the snow. Can Babar find a way to bring him to Elephants’ country?
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