Name: Escape!
Price: 215.00 ZAR
Availability: InStock
Author: Sid Fleischman
ISBN: 9780060850968

Type

Physical Book

Author

Sid Fleischman

Publisher

Greenwillow Books

Year

2008

Language

English

Pages

242

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

25.1 x 17.5 x 1.5 cm

Weight

0.64 kg.

ISBN

0060850965

ISBN13

9780060850968

Synopsis "Escape! "

How did he walk through walls, escape drowning, and shatter iron chains that were tightly wrapped around him?The rare photos in this book might help you figure it out. So might the exclusive update about the rumor that Houdini was poisoned. But just remember, a true magician never reveals his tricks. . . .

Sid Fleischman

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Sid Fleischman (1920-2010) was an American writer known for his contribution to children's and young adult literature. Throughout his career, he published numerous works of fiction filled with humor, adventure, and touches of magic. Among his most notable books is The Great Houdini (2006), a fictional biography of the famous illusionist. He also wrote The Ghost of Captain Arsenio (1979) and The Pirate's Whip (1986), both within the adventure genre.

In 1987, Fleischman received the prestigious Newbery Medal for his book The Pirate's Whip, establishing himself as one of the most important figures in children's literature. His lively and entertaining style made him a reference in the genre, inspiring generations of young readers.

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