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The Twenty-One Balloons (Puffin Modern Classics) - by William Pene Du Bois (Paperback)

Name: The Twenty-One Balloons (Puffin Modern Classics) - by William Pene Du Bois (Paperback)
Brand: Puffin Books
SKU: 12726262
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A Newbery Medal Winner Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean.
8-12 Years
6.6" x 5.26" Paperback
192 Pages
Juvenile Fiction, Classics
Series Name: Puffin Modern Classics

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About the Book

This classic by the Newbery Medal-winning author relates the incredible adventures of Professor William Waterman Sherman, who in 1883 sets off in a balloon across the Pacific. Illustrations.

Book Synopsis

A Newbery Medal Winner

Professor 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

Review Quotes

An absurd and fantastic tale. . . . Truth and fiction are cleverly mingled. (School Library Journal)

About the Author

William Pène du Bois (1916-1993) was an American writer and illustrator who is best remembered for his books for young readers. He was one of the founders of The Paris Review and illustrated books by Jules Verne, John Steinbeck, Isaac Bashevis Singer, Charlotte Zolotow, and others. He won the 1948 Newbery Medal for The Twenty-One Balloons and received two Caldecott Honors for his illustrations for Bear Party and Lion.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 6.6 Inches (H) x 5.26 Inches (W) x .53 Inches (D)

Weight: .34 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 192

Genre: Juvenile Fiction

Sub-Genre: Classics

Series Title: Puffin Modern Classics

Publisher: Puffin Books

Format: Paperback

Author: William Pene Du Bois

Language: English

Street Date: April 21, 2005

TCIN: 12726262

UPC: 9780142403303

Item Number (DPCI): 248-49-6322

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.53 inches length x 5.26 inches width x 6.6 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.34 pounds

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