Wonderstruck
First published 2011
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Expanding upon the genre-breaking form he invented in his trailblazing debut novel, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, Brian Selznick creates another awe-inspiring and multi-layered reading experience. Wonderstruck weaves together two compelling,independent stories, set fifty years apart.
Ben's story, which takes place in 1977, is told in words; Rose's story in 1927 is told in pictures. Ever since his mother died, Ben feels lost. At home with her father, Rose feels alone.
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When Ben finds a mysterious clue hidden in his mother's room, and when a tempting opportunity presents itself to Rose, both children risk everything to find what's missing. Rich, complex, affecting and beautiful, Wonderstruck is a stunning achievement from a uniquely gifted artist and visionary.
Includes over 460 pages of original drawings. - Publisher.
Source: Open Library
Book information
- Author
- Brian Selznick
- First published
- 2011
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
- Language
- ENG
- ISBN-13
- 9780545027892