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In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children’s book manuscripts, including what would become the international sensation <i>Curious George,</i> among their few possessions. Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey’s pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Her collection of archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond's dramatic and colorful artwork illustrates their wartime trek to a new home. Now elementary school readers can follow the Rey’s amazing journey in this Young Reader's Edtion. Part travel journal, part gripping biography this volume includes full-color illustrations, original photos, ticket stubs, entries from Hans Rey's diaries, activities, an new afterword, and an interview with the author. The perfect selection for book reports, biography units, and Curious George fans of all ages.
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The Journey That Saved Curious George Young Readers Edition, Louise Borden, Allan Drummond
- Language
- Released
- 2016
- Binding
- (Hardcover),
- Book condition
- Good
- Price
- €10.99
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- Title
- The Journey That Saved Curious George Young Readers Edition
- Subtitle
- The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Louise Borden, Allan Drummond
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 96
- ISBN10
- 0544800338
- ISBN13
- 9780544800335
- Series
- Categories
- Tags
- Historical Themes, Germany, USA, 20th century, World War II, Europe, Readers, Refugees, Children's Books, Biographies
- Description
- In 1940, Hans and Margret Rey fled their Paris home as the German army advanced. They began their harrowing journey on bicycles, pedaling to Southern France with children’s book manuscripts, including what would become the international sensation <i>Curious George,</i> among their few possessions. Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey’s pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Her collection of archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond's dramatic and colorful artwork illustrates their wartime trek to a new home. Now elementary school readers can follow the Rey’s amazing journey in this Young Reader's Edtion. Part travel journal, part gripping biography this volume includes full-color illustrations, original photos, ticket stubs, entries from Hans Rey's diaries, activities, an new afterword, and an interview with the author. The perfect selection for book reports, biography units, and Curious George fans of all ages.