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The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and
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The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey Hardcover - 2005

by Louise Borden; Allan Drummond (Illustrator)

Follow Hans and Margret Rey's amazing story of fleeing their Paris home in 1940 as the German army advanced in this book that resembles a travel journal and includes original photos, reproduced ticket stubs, and more. Full color.


Summary

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 among their few possessions.

Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey’s pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond dramatically and colorfully illustrates their wartime trek to a new home.

Follow the Rey’s amazing story in this unique large format book that resembles a travel journal and includes full-color illustrations, original photos, actual ticket stubs and more. A perfect book for Curious George fans of all ages.

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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 among their few possessions. Louise Borden combed primary resources, including Hans Rey's pocket diaries, to tell this dramatic true story. Archival materials introduce readers to the world of Hans and Margret Rey while Allan Drummond dramatically and colorfully illustrates their wartime trek to a new home. Follow the Rey's amazing story in this unique large format book that resembles a travel journal and includes full-color illustrations, original photos, actual ticket stubs and more. A perfect book for Curious George fans of all ages.

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  • Title The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey
  • Author Louise Borden; Allan Drummond (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition New title
  • Pages 80
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Clarion Books, Boston
  • Date 2005-09-26
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780618339242 / 0618339248
  • Weight 1.1 lbs (0.50 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.9 x 8.7 x 0.4 in (27.69 x 22.10 x 1.02 cm)
  • Ages 08 to 12 years
  • Grade levels 3 - 7
  • Reading level 950
  • Library of Congress subjects Curious George (Fictitious character), Authors, American - 20th century
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2004001015
  • Dewey Decimal Code B

Media reviews

"A stirring, uplifting, and elegantly packaged saga."--Publishers Weekly, starred Publishers Weekly, Starred

"More than a first biography of picture book icons, this is a fine introduction to the period for young children, a model of documentation, and an exceptionally inviting and well-designed book." --Horn Book Horn Book

Citations

  • ALA Notable Children's Books, 03/01/2006, Page 18
  • Booklist, 10/15/2005, Page 45
  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 01/01/2006, Page 221
  • Horn Book Magazine, 09/01/2005, Page 599
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2006, Page 168
  • Ingram Children's Advance, 10/01/2005, Page 68
  • Kirkus Review - Children, 08/01/2005, Page 844
  • Publishers Weekly, 08/15/2005, Page 59
  • School Library Journal, 10/01/2005, Page 182
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