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Russell Hoban

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(1925 - 2011)

Russell Hoban

Russell Conwell Hoban (February 4, 1925 – December 13, 2011) was an American expatriate writer. His works span many genres, including fantasy, science fiction, mainstream fiction, magical realism, poetry, and children’s books. He lived in London, England, from 1969 until his death.



Bibliography

Bedtime for Frances (1960)

It is bedtime for Frances. Will she ever go to sleep?

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Author(s): Russell Hoban
Illustrator(s): Garth Williams

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How Tom Beat Captain Najork and His Hired Sportsmen (1974)

When his iron-hatted aunt determines to humiliate Tom with the aid of the dastardly Captain Najork, Tom demonstrates his mastery at Womble, Muck and Sneedball.

Author(s): Russell Hoban
Illustrator(s): Quentin Blake

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La Corona and the Tin Frog (1979)

A series of linked stories about the inhabitants of the playroom.

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Author(s): Russell Hoban
Illustrator(s): Nicola Bayley

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La Corona and the Tin Frog (1992)

A miniature edition of La Corona and the Tin Frog.

Author(s): Russell Hoban
Illustrator(s): Nicola Bayley

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A Near Thing for Captain Najork (1975)

Still smarting from his defeat by Tom, Captain Najork comes back for more.

Author(s): Russell Hoban
Illustrator(s): Quentin Blake

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The Nicola Bayley Miniature Collection (1992)

The Tyger Voyage, La Corona and the Tin Frog and The Patchwork Cat in a slipcase.

Author(s): Richard Adams
Russell Hoban
William Mayne
Illustrator(s): Nicola Bayley

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