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The Twenty-One Balloons

by William Pène du Bois
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Incredible balloon inventions and unimaginable wealth

The Twenty-One Balloons could be a good read for adventure lovers who appreciate inventive storytelling. In this book, Professor William Waterman Sherman lands on Krakatoa and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions. With its unique and creative plot, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

  • Newbery Medal (1948)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Twenty-One Balloons

by William Pène du Bois
Compare to estimated retail price: RM53.00 MYR  

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ISBN: 9780140320978
Authors: William Pène du Bois
Publisher: Puffin
Date of Publication: 1986-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Young Readers, Childrens Classics, Chapter Books
Related Topics: Middle Grade, Fantasy, Adventure, Classics
Goodreads rating: 3.95
(rated by 24838 readers)

Description

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.
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Incredible balloon inventions and unimaginable wealth

The Twenty-One Balloons could be a good read for adventure lovers who appreciate inventive storytelling. In this book, Professor William Waterman Sherman lands on Krakatoa and discovers a world of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and incredible balloon inventions. With its unique and creative plot, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

  • Newbery Medal (1948)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.