The Man Who Walked Between the Towers
Author & Illustrator: Mordicai Gerstein
Caldecott Honor Book
Publisher: Scholastic Inc/ New York 2004
Genre: Picture Book
Themes: true story, danger, chasing dreams, Twin Towers
Main Characters: Philippe Petit
Summary:
Could you imagine walking hundreds of feet in the air? The Twin Towers in New York City were among the highest of skyscrapers. This young man Philippe performed in the park as a tight rope walker. Then one day he got the bright idea to walk between the towers. At first, the city officials told him no. He refused to let his dream die. So he snuck into the building and found a way to achieve his dreams. But, he slipped. Did he catch himself? Did he fall to his death? Read to find out what happens when Philippe Petit walks between the Twin Towers.
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