Author & Illustrator
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John Ryan was born in Edinburgh and spent his early childhood in the UK and Morocco before moving back to England, where he worked for seven years as Assistant Art Master of Harrow School. Captain Pugwash first set sail over 50 years ago as a strip cartoon. Since then he has featured in books, films and theatres all over the world. Before his death in 2009 aged 88, John lived in Rye, Sussex, the home of smugglers in years gone by, with his wife Priscilla, who is also an artist. He has three children and a regular crew of grandchildren.
Captain Pugwash and the Pigwig
Pugwash and the Sea Monster
Captain Pugwash
Pugwash Aloft
Pugwash and the Ghost Ship
Pugwash in the Pacific
Pugwash and the Buried Treasure
Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party
The Captain Pugwash Comic Book Collection
Why not read The Captain Pugwash Comic Book Collection by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books
11 days ago
There’s no place like it... Pugwash and the Ghost Ship by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books
2 months ago
Who doesn't love storytime. Curl up with your kids and Pugwash Aloft. The perfect read for storytime! John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
3 months ago
If you could go on holiday, where would you go? Discover The Captain Pugwash Comic Book Collection by John Ryan. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
4 months ago
Looking for books that help you discover and explore? Try Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party by John Ryan. Published by Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
A brilliant story for a Saturday! Pugwash Aloft by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books
It's World Party Day! Celebrate and party with Captain Pugwash and the Birthday Party by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
4 years ago
Today is the day to read this brilliant book (not that you needed an excuse!), Pugwash Aloft by John Ryan from Frances Lincoln Children's Books.
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