Description: Professor William Waterman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean in a balloon. When he lands on Krakatoa island, he discovers a land of incredible wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and amazing balloon inventions. Winner of the 1948 Newber...
Synopsis Professor William Waterman intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean in a balloon. When he lands on Krakatoa island, he discovers a land of incredible wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and amazing balloon inventions. Winner of the 1948 Newbery Medal.