Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies
The Death-Defying Tightrope Adventures of the Great Blondin
By Matt Tavares | Publisher: Candlewick Press
About the book
Applaud Matt Tavares’s latest feat — a gripping tale of real-life daredevilry perfectly balanced by stunning illustrations.
“Monsieur Blondin is to cross Niagara Falls this afternoon, or perish in the attempt.” — Troy Daily Times, June 30, 1859
When the Great Blondin announced that he was going to walk from America to Canada across the Niagara River on a rope that was more than 1,100 feet long and just 3 inches wide, hanging 160 feet above the raging river, people came from everywhere. Some came to watch him cross. Some came to watch him fall. Some thought he wouldn’t show up at all. But he did show up. And he did walk across the river. And then he did something else amazing. He crossed the river on that tightrope again and again, adding another death-defying flourish each time. Matt Tavares’s gorgeous, riveting account of the daredevil of Niagara Falls is sure to hold readers in its grip, just as Blondin's feats enthralled those spectators on the cliffs more than one hundred and fifty years ago.
Editions of Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781536203417
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780763668235
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781536203424
Read an Excerpt
Applaud Matt Tavares’s latest feat — a gripping tale of real-life daredevilry perfectly balanced by stunning illustrations.
“Monsieur Blondin is to cross Niagara Falls this afternoon, or perish in the attempt.” — Troy Daily Times, June 30, 1859
When the Great Blondin announced that he was going to walk from America to Canada across the Niagara River on a rope that was more than 1,100 feet long and just 3 inches wide, hanging 160 feet above the raging river, people came from everywhere. Some came to watch him cross. Some came to watch him fall. Some thought he wouldn’t show up at all. But he did show up. And he did walk across the river. And then he did something else amazing. He crossed the river on that tightrope again and again, adding another death-defying flourish each time. Matt Tavares’s gorgeous, riveting account of the daredevil of Niagara Falls is sure to hold readers in its grip, just as Blondin's feats enthralled those spectators on the cliffs more than one hundred and fifty years ago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies about?
Applaud Matt Tavares’s latest feat — a gripping tale of real-life daredevilry perfectly balanced by stunning illustrations.
“Monsieur Blondin is to cross Niagara Falls this afternoon, or perish in the attempt.” — Troy Daily Times, June 30, 1859
When the Great Blondin announced that he was going to walk from America to Canada across the Niagara River on a rope that was more than 1,100 feet long and just 3 inches wide, hanging 160 feet above the raging river, people came from everywhere. Some came to watch him cross. Some came to watch him fall. Some thought he wouldn’t show up at all. But he did show up. And he did walk across the river. And then he did something else amazing. He crossed the river on that tightrope again and again, adding another death-defying flourish each time. Matt Tavares’s gorgeous, riveting account of the daredevil of Niagara Falls is sure to hold readers in its grip, just as Blondin's feats enthralled those spectators on the cliffs more than one hundred and fifty years ago.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography
Where can I read a sample of Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781536203417
Is Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Candlewick Biographies
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies?
Matt Tavares
Who is the Publisher of the book Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies?
Candlewick Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Crossing Niagara: Candlewick Biographies is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781536203417) and hardcover(ISBN 9780763668235) and paperback(ISBN 9781536203424)
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