Who in their right mind wouldn’t have a soft spot for a well-mannered talking bear from Darkest Peru, with a penchant for marmalade sandwiches that he hides in his floppy hat?
Paddington Bear is a classic character: a creature whose well-meaning attempts to do the right thing always end up causing bother, and who conveys his displeasure with a hard ‘Paddington stare’. First brought to life by Michael Bond in 1958, Paddington Bear’s appeal has made him a central figure in children’s literature, beloved of several generations of children (and adults, too). He’s one of those characters who seems timeless but this year he celebrates
