The Twenty-One Balloons
Recommended by Simon Winchester, and 1 others. See all reviewsRanked #16 in Invention, Ranked #59 in Wanderlust — see more rankings.
Professor William Waterman Sherman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. But through a twist of fate, he lands on the secret island of Krakatoa where he discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions. Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal, this classic fantasy-adventure is a joy for all ages. less
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Simon Winchester A short, silly and utterly charming book which a generation of children, particularly American children, have enjoyed. (Source)
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- #87 in 9-Year-Old
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