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
Newbery Medal
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