Title: The Twenty-One BalloonsAuthor: William Pène du Bois
Publication date: First published in 1947
Pages: 180
Rating: 5/5 stars
Purchase: Amazon
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.
