The Bad Beginning
The Bad Beginning
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The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket
NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES
In the tradition of great storytellers, from Dickens to Dahl, comes an exquisitely dark comedy that is both literary and irreverent, hilarious and deftly crafted. Never before has a tale of three likeable and unfortunate children been quite so enchanting, or quite so uproariously unhappy. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It's a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom.
Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire are intelligent children. They are charming, and resourceful, and have pleasant facial features. Unfortunately, they are exceptionally unlucky.
In the first two books alone, the three youngsters encounter a greedy and repulsive villain, itchy clothing, a disastrous fire, a plot to steal their fortune, a lumpy bed, a deadly serpent, a large brass reading lamp, a long knife, and a terrible odor.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781405208673 |
| ISBN 10 | 1405208678 |
| Title | The Bad Beginning |
| Author | Lemony Snicket |
| Series | A Series Of Unfortunate Events |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Egmont UK Ltd |
| Year published | 2003-05-12 |
| Number of pages | 180 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |