The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Marg

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

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by Louise Borden (Author), Allan Drummond (Illustrator)

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.

Author Biography

Louise Borden writes children's books are about historical moments she finds inspiring. Her research for Journey included travel to places the Reys visited. www.louiseborden.com. Allan Drummond holds a B.A. in graphic design and an M.A. in illustration. In 2004 he became chair of the Savannah College of Art and Design. www.allandrummond.com.

Number of Pages: 80

Dimensions: 0.2 x 10.7 x 8.4 IN

Illustrated: Yes

Publication Date: August 16, 2010

Accelerated Reader:

Quiz Name: Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey

Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8

Reading Level: 6.1

Point Value: 1

Name : The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey - Paperback
Vendor : BooksCloud
Type : Books
Manufacturing : 2025 / 10 / 30
Barcode : 9780547417462