- Hardcover: 30 pages
- Publisher: Walker Books Ltd (2 Oct 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0744575451
- ISBN-13: 978-0744575453
- Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 23.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,818,643 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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How can it be that a book with only one word, repeated throughout, can be so good? The proof is in the pudding (well, the jungle actually) in Jez Alborough's superb Hug,a fantastic picture book that follows a baby monkey on the hunt for his mum and a cuddle.
As our little friend wanders through the jungle, enlisting the help of other jungle animals as they snuggle together with their young families. And all the time the story is told purely by the expression on the little monkey's face as his hopes are built and dashed again until eventually, with a huge smile, he finds his mum and reaps the reward.
Hug is a clever, entertaining and unusual book that portrays the art of illustration for children at its very best: characters are brought to life through facial expressions and body language, interacting with each other via the stroke of a brush, creating images that children will recognise and understand instantly.
Ideal for sharing with small children, this lovely book is a warm, comforting read that cannot fail to please. (Ages 1-4) --Susan Harrison
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"A picture book in the truest sense... the illustrations will prompt discussion, imaginative story-telling - and cuddles." Junior; Beautifully illustrated... A must for the very young. Heartwarming." The Sunday Mirror; "A festival of hugs." The Daily Telegraph; "A book for anyone who has ever felt they needed a hug... The big, bright pictures dance off the page with such exuberance that you can't help but feel happy while you are looking at it." The Guardian; "Very endearing and just right for bedtime. A happy and hopeful book." The Scotsman
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Board book
I first saw this book a few months back and thought it looked good, but lacked imagination. How wrong could I be? Seeing it again I decided to buy it for my 15 month old daughter who now delights in shouting out Bobo (the main character) whenever the book is seen. The story is simple, extremely touching, and has some excellent illustrations that convey genuine emotions throughout. She already has a collection of over 30 books, but this by far her favourite, Spot the Dog and Elmer are feeling neglected in comparison. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to buy a gift for a baby/toddler as they will love it.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book will melt your heart and delight your children. Through wonderfully expressive illustrations Jez Alborough has given Bobo's word "HUG!" a hundred different meanings. This rings true with anyone whose little'un is steadfastly sticking to a one-word vocabulary!
If you like beautiful pictures, children, and hugs, get this book and enjoy.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Board book
A wonderful book which relies on pictures and just one word "hug" to tell the story - the reader can fill in the rest and make it different every time. It also gives the opportunity to let the story develop with the listener as they grow. Deceptively simple.
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Give us a hug
Bought for the grandson at Christmas. I am sure hew will love it, I did. The charcterisation is excellent, storyline compelling but we will have to wait and see if grandson likes... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Andrew Richardson
Charming.
Initially, I felt short changed by this book because of the lack of text. But, it's really just perfect the way it is. Firm favourite of my little one for over a year, now.
Published 7 months ago by Petal
Great book
A clever book to get your little one Hug you after turning each page, genius! My 18 month old Daughter turns the page, smiles at the pretty picture than hugs me, this goes on and... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ambi G
Hmm ok
I like this book, my husband hates it. I found I needed to use my imagination to explain what was happening to my kids. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Chishkat
lovely book
My baby really loves this book and we have spent many lovely moments giving each other hugs as we follow the story. I highly recommend it.
Published 16 months ago by katehamp
Hug book and toy.
This I think is one of the cutest books I have ever read to my baby boy and his cousin, they are both 2 and a bit yrs old and if you animate the voice to Bobo enough, its great,... Read more
Published 17 months ago by gg
Excellent
Perfect for a young child. A whole book with one word sounds boring but even a child of less than two years can "read" it!! Read more
Published 17 months ago by susan auchmuty
hug
a very cute book. It made tears come to my eyes.It had a nice moral.I highly recommend this book.
Published 19 months ago
The sweetest book
I absolutely love this book. It made my eyes water!...The only problem is that with only 1 word in it I don't really know how to read it to my 2 years-old. Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2010 by A. Foresti
Brilliant book for toddlers
The drawings are really sweet and appropriate for toddlers. It sends out a very appropriate message. It is a good firsty step in associating a printed word with a concept.
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by I. Berryman
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