The Curious Adventures of the Abandoned Toys

Julian Fellowes

Henry Holt and Company (BYR), Oct 30, 2007 - Juvenile Fiction - 64 pages

When Doc the bear arrives at the dump from his former home in a children's hospital, he's not sure what kind of life awaits him. But the friends he finds there are determined to make his new home a welcoming one.

Julian Fellowes's witty text and S. D. Schindler's lovely, intricate art in The Curious Adventures of the Abandoned Toys combine to make a beautiful gift book, sure to strike a chord with any child—or adult—who has ever loved a stuffed toy.

About the author

JULIAN FELLOWES is an actor,writer, director, and producer.His script for Gosford Park was awarded an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay, and his novel, Snobs, was a bestseller on both continents.Most recently, he wrote the book of the stage musical Mary Poppins.

S. D. SCHINDLER has illustrated many books for children, including Whittington (aNewbery Honor book) and Don't Fidget a Feather (an ALA Notable Book). He lives in Philadelphia.

Bibliographic information

• Title: The Curious Adventures of the Abandoned Toys
• Author: Julian Fellowes
• Illustrated by: S. D. Schindler
• Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR), 2007
• ISBN: 1466832614, 9781466832619
• Length: 64 pages
• Subjects: Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Bears; Juvenile Fiction / Toys, Dolls & Puppets