Don Freeman – författare

En av de stora barnboksklassikerna i bedårande nyutgåva

Det var en gång en björn som hette Manchester. Han bodde på leksaksavdelningen på ett stort varuhus. Dag efter dag stod han där på en hylla tillsammans med de andra mjukisdjuren och väntade på att någon skulle komma och ta honom med sig hem. Massor av kunder kom och köpte alla möjliga saker i varuhuset, men det kom aldrig någon som ville ha en liten björn i gröna manchesterbyxor med gröna hängslen.

2018 fyller Don Freemans berättelse om björnen Manchester femtio år - en berättelse som fortsätter att förtrolla generation efter generation och som nu äntligen blir tillgänglig på svenska igen, i Jadwiga P. Westrups klassiska översättning och med restaurerade originalteckningar.

Don Freeman [1908-1978] var en amerikansk tecknare och barnboksförfattare, född i San Diego. Björnen Manchester, hans mest kända och älskade bok, har sålt i över 20 miljoner exemplar världen över och utsågs 2012 till en av tidernas bästa bilderböcker av School Library Journal. Här presenteras boken i en ny svensk utgåva, i Jadwiga P. Westrups klassiska översättning och med restaurerade originalteckningar. 

 

The sequel to Don Freeman's beloved classic Corduroy!After meeting in a department store in Corduroy's first story, Corduroy and Lisa do everything together. One day Lisa takes Corduroy to the laundromat where, on the search for a pocket of his own, he goes on a soapy adventure!This children's classic is available in board book format, perfect for even the youngest of readers.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The treasured childhood classic that tells the heartwarming story of a little bear and a little girl finding the friend they have always wanted in each other."Freeman’s tender tale bursts with quiet yearning, indelible images and the pure satisfaction of finding your person."—The New York TimesCorduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. Day after day he waits with all the other animals and dolls for somebody to come along and take him home. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he’s the bear for her. Her mother, though, thinks he’s a little shopworn—he’s even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa.Recognizable by his namesake green corduroy overalls, Corduroy and his misadventures in the search for his button have entertained and endeared generations of readers. The timeless quality of Corduroy’s story continues to appeal to children today as it has for decades, ensuring his place in everyone’s heart for years to come.

This irresistible childhood classic is a delightful sequel to the original, well-loved tale Corduroy. This charming story takes readers into a multi-ethnic, urban neighborhood Laundromat, where Lisa's mother warns her to take everything out of her pockets before washing.Pockets! Corduroy doesn't have any pockets! The furry bear's search for a pocket of his own takes him on an adventure filled with the sights, sounds, smells and hazards of the Laundromat. As a result, Lisa and her beloved bear become separated as Corduroy ends up locked inside the Laundromat all night. And what do bears do all night in places like this? They ski in the soap flakes and nap in the baskets, of course!Fortunately, Lisa returns early the next morning to reclaim her tired little friend. Soon, Lisa is sewing Corduroy a pocket of his very own and again all is well in the life of Corduroy."This merry tale gets added interest from...the setting, a multi-ethnic urban neighborhood, of cuddly Corduroy and his pal Lisa, a black child, and her attractive mother." — Publishers Weekly.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The treasured childhood classic that tells the heartwarming story of a little bear and a little girl finding the friend they have always wanted in each other. This board book edition is perfect for baby showers, baby gifts, birthdays, and holidays!Corduroy lives in the toy department of a big store. Day after day he waits with all the other animals and dolls for somebody to come along and take him home. Yet as soon as Lisa sees him, she knows that he’s the bear for her. Her mother, though, thinks he’s a little shopworn—he’s even missing a button! Still, Corduroy knows that with a bit of work he can tidy himself up and be just the bear for Lisa.Recognizable by his namesake green corduroy overalls, Corduroy and his misadventures in the search for his button have entertained and endeared generations of readers. Complete with sturdy board pages for curious hands and minds, this timeless edition of Corduroy’s story continues to appeal to children today as it has for decades, ensuring his place in everyone’s heart for years to come.

Upon its 1954 debut, the cuddly classic Beady Bear was praised by The New York Times as "the kind of book small children will delight in." Don Freeman, author of the acclaimed children's story Corduroy, recounts the whimsically illustrated tale of a wind-up toy who longs to live like a real bear. When Beady learns that bears are brave and live in caves, he resolves to give it a try ? and discovers that being real is actually about loving and being loved.This longtime favorite is presented for the first time with its previously unpublished sequel, Beady's Pillow, another heartwarming charmer only recently discovered by the author's son. Beady's friend Thayer sets out to retrieve a pillow that the adventurous bear has lost, and when Thayer disappears into a cave and doesn't come out, Beady has a chance to prove his bravery.

Corduroy, la historia original y favorita de todos en un libro de cartón en español. Corduroy es un osito que en un tiempo vivió en la juguetería de una tienda grande. Día tras día esperaba junto a los otros animales y muñecas que alguien viniera y se lo llevara a casa.One of School Library Journal’s "Top 100 Picture Books" of all time (2012) One of the National Education Association’s "Teachers' Top 100 Books for Children."

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures, now in Step into Reading, the premier reader line!Lisa leaves Corduroy to keep watch over her newly planted seeds. But when a puppy digs up the garden, it's up to Corduroy to save the day!  Based on the popular characters created by Don Freeman, the Corduroy easy-to-read series is ideal for independent readers.Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics; for children who are ready to read on their own.

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures in a story about using your voice. Now available in Step into Reading, the premier reader line!When Lisa wants to contact a movie theater owner about a problem, she thinks he's too important and won't respond. Can Corduroy help his friend with her good deed? He shows her how powerful a letter can be, and that speaking up about a problem can make a change! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Corduroy was first introduced to readers in 1968 and soon became a classic character. Everybody's favorite department store bear is having further adventures in this birthday story. Now available in Step into Reading, the premier reader line!When Corduroy finds out that Lisa is having a birthday party, he decides to make her a very special cake. Instead of making a cake, Corduroy makes a great big mess! He doesn't know what to do. Will he find another way to give Lisa a birthday surprise? Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

In this new Corduroy board book, Corduroy and Lisa put on their caps and gowns and have a very special graduation day.It's the end of the school year, and Corduroy and Lisa are graduating from kindergarten! Join them and their friends as they prepare for the day, accept their diplomas, and get excited about their next school year. Happy graduation, Corduroy!Perfect for graduations of any age, Happy Graduation, Corduroy! is yet another adventure starring Don Freeman's beloved characters that readers young and old will delight in.

Three Corduroy board book classics in one adorable package!For over fifty years, Don Freeman’s Corduroy has delighted readers. Now, readers can enjoy reading three Corduroy favorites in a charming keepsake box:CorduroyCorduroy Lost and FoundA Pocket for Corduroy Meet the beloved bear in the original Corduroy, then follow him on a wild adventure in A Pocket for Corduroy, and finally help him find his way home to Lisa in Corduroy Lost and Found.Made in a durable board-book format, these books are perfect for little hands. Adults who grew up reading Corduroy and brand-new readers will delight in having three Corduroy classics at their fingertips. This is a great gift for the youngest readers or for any great Corduroy lover.

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Join treasured classic characters Corduroy and Lisa on Thanksgiving Day as they show gratitude for all of their favorite people.Join Corduroy and Lisa as they get ready for Thanksgiving. They'll need a turkey, bread, flowers for their centerpiece, and much more as they prepare to thank all of their wonderful friends.Don Freeman's beloved bear Corduroy has been delighting and entertaining readers for over 50 years. Corduroy Gives Thanks is a perfect first introduction to Thanksgiving for the littlest readers. It's a simple lesson in gratitude that readers of all ages can appreciate.

Corduroy and Lisa are going to the dentist in this new addition to the Corduroy collection!Corduroy and Lisa are excited to see their friendly family dentist, shows them how they count their teeth, cleans them, and rinses them. And who knows--maybe they'll even get a surprise at the end of their visit for being such great patients!For over fifty years, the heartwarming adventures of Don Freeman's stuffed bear, Corduroy, have been irresistible childhood classics. This book is a great gift for any child nervous for their first visit to the dentist, or for anyone looking to complete their Corduroy collection.