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Bad Dad explores the wide variety of fatherly personalities—from the lanky to the stout, the spry to the solemn—highlighting how diverse dads can be. The book follows a father and son duo who find themselves in a light‑hearted, high‑speed chase. Through witty dialogue and playful situations, the story underscores the playful and protective side of the father‑child relationship while delivering laughs and modest heartwarming moments.
First publish date: 1900
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: David Walliams
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