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Burglar Bill
Burglar Bill
Oct 3, 2024 9:31 PM

Author:Allan Ahlberg

Burglar Bill

Who's that creeping down the street? Who's that climbing up the wall? Who's that coming through the window? Who's that? ... It's Burglar Bill!

Burglar Bill lives all by himself in a tall house full of stolen property. Every night (after eating his stolen fish and chips) he goes out to work... stealing things. From hats to baked beans, Burglar Bill will take anything!

But one day, Burglar Bill steals something very unexpected indeed.

And, it shows him that stealing has a cost!

Discover the timeless tale that has delighted young readers for generations. The perfect bedtime story, Burglar Bill is packed with bright illustrations and easy-to-read text.

Discover more Ahlberg classic children's books:

The Jolly Postman

Cops and Robbers

Funnybones

Each Peach Pear Plum

Peepo!

Reviews

A delight from start to finish

—— Guardian

What a treat! . . . As always, Blake's familiar - but ever fresh - illustrations are packed with energy, humour and detail. You will not mind one bit being asked to share it over and over again

—— Rowan Stanfield , Carousel

Quentin Blake shows he is still a master of his craft in Angelica Sprocket's Pockets, which contains everything from kitchen sinks to alligators. Perfect for aged three-plus

—— Rachel Carlyle , Sunday Express

A delightful romp through the English language

—— Junior

Quentin Blake's illustrations are, as always, full of character and characters . . . Energetic, colourful and playful, it's a delight to read . . . that may just leave you wondering if you could be making better use of your own pockets

—— Daniel Hahn , Ultimate Book Guide Blog

Funny, well-written and illustrated

—— Daily Express

A naughty charming book

—— Evening Standard

Pure fun

—— Mail on Sunday

A delightful tale

—— Yours magazine

Speculation about HRH's underwear is a mischievous subject that children will no doubt enjoy during the pomp and circumstance of the Diamond Jubilee

—— Primary Times

This hilarious and irreverent book with delightful pictures takes you on a royal tour of the royal smalls

—— Parentdish

What fun! Children will adore this book, with its irreverent look at the fascinating topic of what the Queen wears under all her smart outfits . . . A wonderfully imaginative look inside a child's mind

—— Parents in Touch

Warm, affectionate but naughtily humorous this is a must read text for any child aged from one to six-years-old

—— Eye magazine
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