Twenty-One Balloons

By William Pene Dubois and William Pène du Bois

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

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GMZL6RY6
• ISBN13: 9798855036015
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books
• Length: 179 Pages
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7