Paddington Takes the Test
Paddington
- By: Michael Bond
- Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
- Length: 2 hours 29 minutes
Description
Only a bear like Paddington could find himself taking a driving test by mistake, becoming a model at an art school, or being sawed in half at a magic show. No matter what adventures await, Paddington always comes through with flying colors.
First published in 1979, Paddington Takes the Test is the seventh novel by Michael Bond chronicling the adventures of this classic character. Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.
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Paddington Series

Paddington on Top
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 34 minutes
Abridged: No
Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This new edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond.
What other bear but Paddington could find himself sent home on his first day of school? Or questioned as a prime witness in court? Or taking a... Read more »
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Paddington Abroad
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 16 minutes
Abridged: No
The classic novel—now available on audio!
The Browns are going on holiday to France, and Paddington is in charge of the “eyetinnery.” He has the whole trip planned down to the last marmalade sandwich, but somehow he takes the family far off the beaten path. With Paddington in charge, one should always plan on the unexpected!
First published in... Read more »
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Paddington at Work
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 20 minutes
Abridged: No
When Paddington returns from his trip to Peru, he doesn’t waste any time getting back to business. The Stock Exchange, the ballet, the barber’s shop, Mr. Curry’s kitchen...nothing is safe when Paddington gets to work.
First published in 1966, Paddington at Work is the seventh novel by Michael Bond, chronicling the adventures of this classic... Read more »
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More About Paddington
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
Length: 2 hours 38 minutes
Abridged: No
Paddington Bear becomes a celebrity when he takes portraits of the Brown family with a very old camera. Thanks to the unique results, a local shop puts the photos on display. And that's just the first adventure this extraordinary bear finds himself in. From wallpapering to mystery-solving, Paddington does it all with the sense of wonder and... Read more »
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Paddington Here and Now
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
Length: 2 hours 54 minutes
Abridged: No
Paddington has warmed the hearts of generations of readers with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This new audiobook edition of the classic novel contains the original text by Michael Bond.
If Paddington Bear learned anything from his Uncle Pastuzo, it’s that home is where you hang your hat. And for Paddington, nothing feels... Read more »
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Paddington Takes the Test
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 29 minutes
Abridged: No
Only a bear like Paddington could find himself taking a driving test by mistake, becoming a model at an art school, or being sawed in half at a magic show. No matter what adventures await, Paddington always comes through with flying colors.
First published in 1979, Paddington Takes the Test is the seventh novel by Michael Bond chronicling the... Read more »
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Paddington Marches On
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 22 minutes
Abridged: No
Paddington is just the kind of bear to volunteer for a tough job. Whether it’s trying his paw at plumbing, cleaning the Browns’ chimney, or visiting a marmalade factory, Paddington always manages to seek out the unexpected.
First published in 1964, Paddington Marches On is the sixth novel by Michael Bond chronicling the adventures of this classic... Read more »
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Paddington at Large
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 17 minutes
Abridged: No
Ever since Paddington started working in the garden, it’s been a bit quieter in the Brown household. But with Paddington around, things never stay quiet for long. From a paw-sticking toffee disaster to a slight scorching of Father Christmas’s beard, Paddington brings a splash of adventure to every day.
Paddington at Large is the fifth novel by... Read more »
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A Bear Called Paddington
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
Length: 2 hours 39 minutes
Abridged: No
The classic novel about Paddington—who's now a major movie star!
Paddington Bear had traveled all the way from Peru when the Browns first met him in Paddington Station. Since then, their lives have never been quite the same . . . for ordinary things become extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is involved.
First published in 1958, A Bear... Read more »
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Paddington Helps Out
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville
Length: 2 hours 17 minutes
Abridged: No
The classic novel—now available on audio!
Paddington Bear loves to lend a paw. From taking a saw to Mr. Curry’s kitchen table to extinguishing a surprise flambé, each time Paddington helps out, things tend to get messier before they improve. But with his special tool kit, his playful wits, and just a little bit of marmalade, Paddington can take... Read more »
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Love from Paddington
By: Michael Bond
Narrated by: Jim Broadbent
Length: 1 hour 18 minutes
Abridged: No
A brand-new novel from Michael Bond, celebrating Paddington's many adventures!
Told through Paddington's letters to his aunt Lucy back in Peru, this new novel offers Paddington's own special view on some of his most famous tales. Filled with Paddington's signature charm and with black-and-white illustrations throughout, this paper-over-board... Read more »
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