Life in Bogeydom is full of snot, smells, slime, scum and other unspeakable things, and Bogeymen live under the ground revelling in allthe nastiness imaginable. Briggs has created a whole new world in this sophisticated cartoon-strip picture book for older children which will entice the most reluctant of readers into books.
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Raymond Briggs is known for his innovative ideas. He has won numerous prizes, including the Greenaway and Kurt Maschler, a BAFTA for the film of The Snowman and, most recently, Illustrated Book of the Year for Ethel and Ernest. Raymond lives in Sussex
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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
By viveca29
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I still have my original first edition of Fungus from 1978, a book which was a firm favourite then and remains so to this day. I read Raymond Briggs' book so many times that I can still quote from it ("Nothing is permanent but woe" as seen on a bogey sandwich board; "Fungus inspects his trousers which have been marinading overnight 'mmmm! these really stink!'")and I find the book enduringly funny yet poignant. Fungus is a decent hard-working bogey but asks himself what is is all for? why do bogeymen exist? why do they have to pester and frighten the Drycleaners? (as we who live on the surface are known.) It seems as if no one has the answer, not even his beloved wife Mildew "the ugliest woman in Bogeydom."
Children (and doubtless many adults) will love this brilliantly illustrated book, and all the detail so lovingly described within - it is funny, rude, tender, thoughtful and even moving. I cannot recommend it enough.
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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My mother first got this book out of the local library for me when I was about seven or eight, and now at the age of twenty-one, it remains one of my favourite books. I even named my first pet budgie Fungus (well, it was pale green!). "Fungus the Bogeyman" is one of those stories that can be enjoyed by all ages. Some of the in-joking of the narrative may only be understood by the slightly older child, but even the younger ones will love the ick factor of Fungus's life.
The perfect antidote to our over-sanitised lives.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A brilliant and suitably revolting comic strip book on a day in the life of a bogeyman
2 Jan 2007
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'Repulsive but none the less compulsive'. This classic Raymond Briggs book hasn't got a real storyline. It's more like an comic strip encyclopedia on the life of bogeymen (Fungus) and bogeywomen (wife Mildew) and their bogeychildren. The book just charts a day in the life of a bogeyman, who it seems, exists merely to torment us 'Drycleaners'. Briggs richly illustrated study of bogeydom delights in all things revolting, slimy, putrid, and lavatorial, and even raises deep questions on the meaning of Bogeydom life.
The book is filled with visual and literary gags, e.g. hidden on Mildrew's bathroom shelf there's 'FemStench' perfume which is real Eau de Toilete (toilet water), plus you finally find out what Great Aunt Ada Doom of Cold Comfort Farm really saw in the woodshed as a child (and yes it was something nasty). This book would be of interest to any kid over 7, boys might go for it at an earlier age than girls - although be warned it's not suitable for sensitive parents. It's also ideal for well read teenagers and young adults, who will appreciate the sophisticated humour more. So if you ever wondered what makes the bogeyman hiding under your bed tick, get this superbly illustrated and funny book.
The book is filled with visual and literary gags, e.g. hidden on Mildrew's bathroom shelf there's 'FemStench' perfume which is real Eau de Toilete (toilet water), plus you finally find out what Great Aunt Ada Doom of Cold Comfort Farm really saw in the woodshed as a child (and yes it was something nasty). This book would be of interest to any kid over 7, boys might go for it at an earlier age than girls - although be warned it's not suitable for sensitive parents. It's also ideal for well read teenagers and young adults, who will appreciate the sophisticated humour more. So if you ever wondered what makes the bogeyman hiding under your bed tick, get this superbly illustrated and funny book.
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Just as much fun as when I read it to my children.
A brilliant book for boys of all ages (not sure about girls). The inventiveness and detail in Raymond Briggs's drawings never fails to enthrall and leaves you laughing out loud.
Published 21 days ago by Julian Hunt
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Brilliant
book from my childhood, love it even though my kids find it a bit wacky ..it is amazing you just have to love it
Published 23 days ago by Pen Name
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Loved by boys of all ages
Bought for my boys when they were young and now being bought again for them as adults and we are all enjoying them all over again. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Karena
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my favourite bogeyman
As a child growing up just following the second world war there was often a parental threat that
' the bogeyman will get you !' especially if you had misbehaved. Read more
' the bogeyman will get you !' especially if you had misbehaved. Read more
Published 2 months ago by nanab
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I love it, recipient doesn't!!!
I bought this for my grandson but unfortunately he does not seem interested. I remembered buying one for my son years ago and he loved it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Red Hazel
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Fungus the Bogeyman
A delightful book for your kids when they're at that stage between being an infant and a teenager. Full of lots of 'nasty' stuff that kids love.
Published 2 months ago by Pam Meakin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just like the old days
Bought this for our grandson - who loved it just as much as his father did back in the old days.
Published 2 months ago by Loupiac
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loved it when i was 9 and still do at 41!
Its a fantastic book for both boys and girls- there is so much going on in each picture that you spend ages experiencing Fungus's day, finding new things each time you read it. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Col
5.0 out of 5 stars
good value for money
The book is excelent (was recommended by out teacher for Year 2), but Year 2 children need some comments from adults to analyse the context/ The item arrived in time, excelent... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Olga Chesnokova
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very happy 7 year old!
A classic which I bought for my friend's son and he really enjoyed it. All the Raymond Briggs books are brilliant.
Published 4 months ago by Akit
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