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The Twenty-One Balloons

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585 Reviews
Puffin Books, 1986 - Juvenile Fiction - 180 pages
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 Pne du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell a story that has no age limit." -- The Horn Book

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I love the writing, the premise, and the illustrations. - Goodreads
The ending is stupid and not a conclusion at all. - Goodreads
What a fun story with wonderful illustrations. - Goodreads
I loved its strangeness and storytelling. - Goodreads
Filled with cool pictures too :D - Goodreads
my introduction to utopian/paradise lost books. - Goodreads
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This was an AMAZING book. It was very fascinating with all of the diamonds and foods. This is a must read book.

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User Review  - Ivan - Goodreads

A preposterous adventure story if ever there was one. Professor Sherman leaves San Francisco is a balloon and end up on the island of Krakatoa where he meets twenty families who share the island, its ... Read full review

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Contents

Introduction
3
Professor Shermans Incredible Loyalty
9
A Heros Welcome Is Prepared
19
Copyright

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About the author (1986)

Du Bois published his first book when he was seventeen. Since then he has written and illustrated many beloved children's books. He was awarded the Newbery Medal in 1948.