Once There Was a Bear

A delightful new collection of Winnie-the-Pooh stories, told in the style of A. A. Milne, that explores life before the Hundred Acre Wood.

How did Christopher Robin meet his beloved bear? Did Pooh and his friends see any of London before they moved to the Hundred Acre Wood? These questions and more are explored in this charming new collection of stories.

Each tale features a gentle adventure set in London and the countryside, and include iconic locations such as Harrod's, London Zoo, and the Natural History Museum. Pooh, Eeyore, and Piglet even make a new friend, Flo the house mouse. Written in the timeless style of A. A. Milne, with illustrations that are true to the spirit of the original drawings by E. H. Shepard. These sweet and comforting tales are perfect for both new readers and longtime fans. Jane Riordan has written a number of Winnie-the-Pooh books, including Winnie-the-Pooh Goes to London and Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the Queen.

A. A. Milne was born in 1882 in London. He was a playwright and journalist as well as a poet and storyteller. His classic children's books were inspired by his son, Christopher Robin. Milne died in 1956.