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Parsley

by Michael Bond

6 books Started 1969 Latest 1972
Publication Reading Order

The Parsley is a Children's Fiction series by Michael Bond, made up of 6 books published between 1969 and 1972. It begins with Parsley's Good Deed (Short Story) (1969), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Parsley the Lion (Short Story) (1972), spanning 3 years of storytelling.

6books
3years active
2decades
~0.6yrs between books
1972latest release
# Title Year Buy
1960s
1 Parsley's Good Deed (Short Story) 1969 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Parsley's Tail (Short Story) 1969 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1970s
3 Parsley's Last Stand (Short Story) 1970 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Parsley's Problem Past (Short Story) 1970 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Parsley and the Herbs 1971 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 Parsley the Lion (Short Story)Latest 1972 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Parsley series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Parsley series?

Start with Parsley's Good Deed (Short Story) (1969), the first book in the Parsley series by Michael Bond. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Parsley series?

There are 6 books in the Parsley series by Michael Bond, published between 1969 and 1972.

What is the first book in the Parsley series?

The first book in the Parsley series is Parsley's Good Deed (Short Story), published in 1969 by Michael Bond.

What is the latest book in the Parsley series?

The most recent book in the Parsley series is Parsley the Lion (Short Story) (1972) by Michael Bond.

Michael Bond (1926-2017) was a beloved British author best known for creating the iconic Paddington Bear character. Born in Newbury, Berkshire, he served in the Royal Air Force during World War II. After the war, Bond worked as a BBC cameraman before becoming a writer. His first Paddington Bear book, "A Bear Called Paddington," was published in 1958 and became an instant success. The series has since sold over 35 million copies worldwide. Bond received numerous awards for his work, including the British Book Awards Children's Fiction Award (1997) and the Order of the British Empire (2015). He was also a recipient of the Carnegie Medal and the Nestlé Children's Book Prize. Bond's enduring legacy lies in the creation of Paddington Bear, a compassionate and endearing character adored by generations of readers. His stories continue to inspire and charm audiences around the world.

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