Big Gorilla

A Book of Opposites

Anthony Browne, Anthony Browne

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Walker Books
04 June 2025

Children's & Educational; Picture storybooks; Early learning: opposites

Learn all about opposites through internationally renowned master picture book-maker Anthony Browne's beloved primates.

What's the opposite of old? Young! What's the opposite of sad? Happy! But what's the opposite of opposite...?

Featuring a range of exquisite primates, from gorillas to chimpanzees, white-faced capuchins to orangutans, Anthony Browne has created a wonderfully unique first book of opposites, with his striking palette and quirky flair for facial expressions sure to charm readers of all ages.

By: Anthony Browne
Illustrated by: Anthony Browne
Imprint: Walker Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 300mm, Width: 260mm,
ISBN: 9781529523713
ISBN 10: 1529523710
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 04 June 2025
Recommended Age: From 3 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Anthony Browne is one of the most celebrated author-illustrators working today. UK Children’s Laureate from 2009 to 2011 and winner of multiple awards – including the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal and the much-coveted Hans Christian Andersen Award – Anthony is renowned for his unique style. He was made a CBE for his award-winning career. His work is loved and admired all around the world.

Reviews for Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites

Anthony Browne is one of my grandchildren’s favourite authors, and when another wonderful book of his appeared across my desk I seized it immediately. And what a joy it is! It is a fascinating way to learn about opposites and primates while delighting in Browne’s exquisitely detailed illustrations. * ReadPlus * We are lucky to have talents like Browne in our children's writing world. Big Gorilla: A Book of Opposites is a great read that is bound to be a family, pre-school and school favourite for years to come. * Magpies Magazine *