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Cops and Robbers (Picture Puffin) (Paperback)

by Allan Ahlberg (Author)
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  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin; New Ed edition (30 Sep 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0140565841
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140565843
  • Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 17.6 x 0.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 3,624 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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The robbers of London town plan a desperate crime one Christmas Eve - to steal all the toys they can lay their hands on! Fortunately, the robbers meet their match in brave Officer Pugh who leaps into action and arrests the villains - all except Grandma Swagg who manages to get away.

About the Author
Janet and Allan Ahlberg created some of the world's most popular picture books, including EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM and THE JOLLY CHRISTMAS POSTMAN, both winners of Greenaway Medals, and THE BABY'S CATALOGUE, inspired by their daughter Jessica. Janet died in 1994 and Allan, a former teacher, now lives in London.

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the greatest kids books ever!, 10 Aug 2004
By Vagras (Seoul, South Korea) - See all my reviews
As a boy I could not get enough of this book. I still can't. The pictures are great, the characters are instantly understood and the simple rhyme commits to memory in seconds. What little boy would not want to be Officer Pugh saving the kids toys on Christmas eve? Although I definitely have a soft spot for Peg-Leg Horace, and the picture of him handcuffed round a tree.

As an adult I still talk to my Dad about this book and how much I enjoyed it when we read it together when I was little. And now as a dad-to-be, imagine then how happy I was when I received a new copy from my parents to read to my child when he or she is old enough (although I think it may have been sent for me rather than the baby)! It is solid gold and a must for any parent to get their kids reading and more importantly to enjoy it.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun for baby faced Billy through to Grandma Swagg!, 18 May 2003
By Toby Perkins (Chesterfield, UK) - See all my reviews
This is a quite wonderful children's book, introducing children to an important theme (good v evil) in an amusing & interesting way. The melodic nature of the verse and the exciting conclusion have led my five year old son to learn it off by heart teaching him many new words in the process, but alongside the educational benefits it is a story every parent will enjoy to read, secure in the knowledge that you will have the undivided attention of your audience. PS Grandma Swagg is still at large, it's not too late for a sequel.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Cops and Robbers, 13 Feb 2006
By james farquharson (Woking, Surrey United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
The rhyming narrative and the timeless, larger than life characters placed in a story that appeals to every child makes this book one of the greatest children's picture books of all time.
The image of a gang of robbers attempting to ruin Christmas being thwarted by the work of Officer Pugh is both funny and intriguing and will keep your child hooked to the end.
Once bought never forgotten (this is probably the only book i properly remember from my childhood) this is a book you'll be forced to read time and time again to your children but won't mind doing so.
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5.0 out of 5 stars 2 Generations have enjoyed this book!
As a 24 year old dad, I still remember reading this book as a child myself, now reading it to my 4 year old son who loves it as much as myself its fantastic!!
Published 12 days ago by Mr. K. L. Coxon

5.0 out of 5 stars the cops and the robbers ho ho!
i have fond memories of this book as a little boy, so i bought it for my own little boy.
Published 1 month ago by Dale Atherton

5.0 out of 5 stars Ho Ho for the robbers!
This is an outstanding book for children, with fascinating, detailed illustrations and a beautiful rhyming flow to the story. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. M. Powell

5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
I have always loved the Ahlberg's books but this one is my absolute favourite. The wonderful and humorous
illustrations are matched perfectly by the funny rhyming story and... Read more
Published 14 months ago by B. CORT

5.0 out of 5 stars This is Vagras' father
We bought this book in a bookshop years ago. I loved it. My two sons wanted me to read it every evening to them and I did a lot of the time. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Phil D

5.0 out of 5 stars Cops and Robbers
The rhyming narrative and the timeless, larger than life characters placed in a story that appeals to every child makes this book one of the greatest children's picture books... Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2006 by james farquharson

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Burglar Bill embodies what all good childrens books should be.
There is the feeling that whilst the child understands the story he or she also is that one step ahead in the... Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2003 by Mr. Albert Barber

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply Wonderful
I remember having this book read to me as a child, and that surely speaks volumes, now i'm in my thirties. Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2002 by Struan Fredersdorff

5.0 out of 5 stars The goodies are good and the baddies bad!
This is the most wonderful book it is the ultimate favourite at home. My 4 year old insists on it every night and knows all the lines. Read more
Published on 11 April 2002 by Mrs. Eleri W. P. Wood

5.0 out of 5 stars It was made to be read to a child.
Having recalled this book with my 21 year old son he can relate to me the entire script and the characterisation I lent to the book. Read more
Published on 5 Dec 1999 by kevin@carsonk.fsnet.co.uk

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