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The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events #1)

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Condition
Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including ...
Release Year
1999
ISBN
9780064407663
Book Title
Series of Unfortunate events #1: the Bad Beginning
Book Series
A Series of Unfortunate events Ser.
Publisher
HarperCollins
Item Length
7.3 in
Publication Year
1999
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Illustrator
Yes, Helquist, Brett
Item Height
0.6 in
Author
Lemony Snicket
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Topic
Humorous Stories, Family / Orphans & Foster Homes, General, Family / Siblings
Item Weight
8.1 Oz
Item Width
5.1 in
Number of Pages
176 Pages

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Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0064407667
ISBN-13
9780064407663
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1085536

Product Key Features

Book Title
Series of Unfortunate events #1: the Bad Beginning
Number of Pages
176 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Humorous Stories, Family / Orphans & Foster Homes, General, Family / Siblings
Publication Year
1999
Illustrator
Yes, Helquist, Brett
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Author
Lemony Snicket
Book Series
A Series of Unfortunate events Ser.
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
8.1 Oz
Item Length
7.3 in
Item Width
5.1 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
99-014750
TitleLeading
A
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
With a cast of unforgettable characters, a distinctly literary air, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, this is a great match for dark comedy fans., Praise for A Series of Unfortunate Events: "Hilarious. Luckily for fans, the woes of the Baudelaires are far from over.", Praise for A Series of Unfortunate Events: "Hilarious. Luckily for fans, the woes of the Baudelaires are far from over." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Those who enjoy a little poison in their porridge will find it wicked good fun." -- Kirkus Reviews "Irrepressible, brave and charming." -- New York Times Book Review "With a cast of unforgettable characters, a distinctly literary air, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, this is a great match for dark comedy fans." -- Brightly
Grade From
Fifth Grade
Series Volume Number
1
Grade To
UP
Dewey Decimal
[Fic]
Synopsis
SOON TO BE A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES 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. 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., **A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING 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. Miserably scrawled by Lemony Snicket and respectfully illustrated by Brett Helquist, never before has a series of three likeable and unfortunate children been quite so enchanting, or quite so uproariously unhappy. Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire are intelligent children. They are charming, and resourceful, and have pleasant facial features. Unfortunately, they are exceptionally unlucky. In what is agreed upon by all to be a very bad beginning to the rest of their lives, these three youngsters not only learn that their parents have died and that they've become orphans overnight, but also that a one Count Olaf will be their caretaker. Repulsive, demanding, and downright sinister, Count Olaf proves to be as greedy as his eyes are beady (and, readers, they are beady). With their family fortune on the line, the siblings must endure a few terrible things before--we can only hope--making it out alive: itchy clothing, boiled potatoes, shamefully incompetent adults, and a wedding that no one wants to attend, including the bride. Read now...or forever hold your peace., 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. 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.
LC Classification Number
PZ7.S6795Bad 1999

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  • by sherob48
    Oct 25, 2018Top favorable review

    The Bad Beggining

    The book looked practically brand new! It's for my granddaughter! She has the set except for volume 1 . So she is going to be happy when she sees it!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: discover-books

  • by johnaudio19
    Mar 04, 2017

    A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Bad Beginning 1 by Lemony Snicket (1999)

    One of the best children's novels of all times. Beautiful writing in narrative form !

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: bargainbookstores

  • by gofish710
    Dec 04, 2017

    Just for kids?? I think not.

    My husband picked up, what he thought, was the entire series for my daughter to use in her classroom at a garage sale. But I had to read them first. Unfortunately, we were missing the first book, so here it is. Very unique, interesting read, even for adults. Maybe even best for adults.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: discover-books

  • by nirein2048
    May 20, 2024

    I absolutely love second sale. There is quite literally always a sale and I am able to get a large quantity of books for affordable prices. There was

    I absolutely love second sale. There is quite literally always a sale and I am able to get a large quantity of books for affordable prices. There was no damage and I’m pretty sure I got a 1st edition.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: second.sale

  • by sand_koc
    Apr 05, 2017

    My grandson loves the book. I got it for his birthday. He is a A student and loves to read.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: iookami1

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