The Twenty-One Balloons

by William Pène du Bois

A Newbery Medal Winner and timeless classic
 
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.
 
“William Pene du Bois combines his rich imagination, scientific tastes, and brilliant artistry to tell a story that has no age limit.”—The Horn Book

• ISBN10: 0670734411
• ISBN13: 9780670734412
• Publish Date: 14 September 1947
• Publish Status: Out of Stock
• Out of Print: 29 January 2010
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 192
• Language: English
• URL: https://penguinrandomhouse.com/books/isbn/9780670734412

Reviews

This was an odd, whimsical short story. The plot was intriguing and kept me interested - although it wasn't overly exciting or adventurous as described. The cover of the edition I read was gorgeous. Simple and easy to read.