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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

Author Biography:

WilliamP nedu 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 ofThe Paris Reviewand illustrated books by Jules Verne, John Steinbeck, Isaac Bashevis Singer,Charlotte Zolotow, and others. He won the 1948 Newbery Medal forThe Twenty-One Balloonsand received two Caldecott Honors for his illustrations forBear PartyandLion.
Release date NZ
May 6th, 1986
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Audience
  • Children's (6-12)
Country of Publication
Australia
Imprint
Puffin
Interest Age
From 8 to 12 years
Pages
192
Publisher
Penguin Random House Australia
Dimensions
129x196x15
ISBN-13
9780140320978
Product ID
14885474

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