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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1992
Mirette on the High Wire
A girl must help a fearful wire-walker rediscover his courage in 19th-century Paris.
Caldecott Medal (1993)The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (1992)
32 pages· 1,164 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
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Summary: In a Parisian boardinghouse, young Mirette discovers a secretive stranger walking on air. Unbeknownst to her, he is the once-great Bellini, a master wire-walker paralyzed by fear. As Mirette learns his craft, she must also inspire him to overcome his past. Can she help him reclaim his courage and soar once more? Journey through a world of acrobats and mimes, where bravery and friendship intertwine on the rooftops of Paris.
