The Twenty-One Balloons
Books | Juvenile Fiction / Action & Adventure / General
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William Pene du Bois
A Newbery Medal WinnerProfessor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions.Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is now available in a handsome new edition."William Pene du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell astory that has no age limit."—The Horn Book
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Author
William Pene du Bois
Pages
192
Publisher
Penguin
Published Date
1986-05-06
ISBN
0140320970 9780140320978
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"Up, up ,up and away! A really cute book that has adventure and travel. "
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