Bob to the Rescue

Name: Bob to the Rescue
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781782954859
Price: 32.99 NZD
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An Illustrated Picture Book

By Garry Jenkins and James Bowen

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Bob to the Rescue by Garry Jenkins and James Bowen is a delightful children's story about a street cat named Bob who teams up with his friend James. They embark on an adventure in their local community, spreading kindness and helping those in need, illustrating the bond between a man and his extraordinary feline friend. The tale offers warmth and lessons on friendship, showing how small acts of bravery can make a big difference.
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This is a fully-illustrated, 32-page picture book for children by the authors of A STREET CAT NAMED BOB.

When Bob finds a lost little puppy in the park, he remembers what it's like to be homeless and hungry so he does all he can to help his new friend.

Perfect for younger fans of Bob the cat and James Bowen.

Bob is back and this time he's coming to the rescue!

Description

Bob to the Rescue is back, and this time he's coming to the rescue!

This is a fully-illustrated, 32-page picture book for children by the authors of A Street Cat Named Bob.

When Bob finds a lost little puppy in the park, he remembers what it's like to be homeless and hungry, so he does all he can to help his new friend.

Perfect for younger fans of Bob the cat and James Bowen.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782954859

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Fox Picture Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 240.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 221g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Garry Jenkins James Bowen Penguin Books

About the Author

James Bowen (Author) James Bowen is the author of the bestselling A STREET CAT NAMED BOB and THE WORLD ACCORDING TO BOB. He found Bob the cat in 2007 and the pair have been inseparable ever since. They both live in north London. Garry Jenkins (Author) Garry Jenkins is an author and journalist. During a 25-year career he has written for magazines and newspapers from Elle to Time Out and the Daily Mail. He now writes regularly for The Times. He has also collaborated on a number of bestselling animal-related books. He lives with his family in London.

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