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Picture Book · Ages 7–+ · 2007 · Est. 24 min read-aloud
The Strongest Man in the World
Written and illustrated by Nicolas Debon
A legendary strongman recalls his astonishing feats to his daughter, revealing a bygone era's wonders.
3.6/5 Goodreads · 72 ratings
36 pages· 2,280 words· Est. 24 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In early 20th-century Quebec, a legendary strongman shares his incredible past with his daughter. As he recounts his European adventures, performing unmatched feats of strength, the world of circuses and fame comes alive. What secrets lie in his tales of glory, and how will they inspire the next generation? Discover the captivating life of a man who defied limits and captured imaginations.
From the publisher
Strongman and circus owner Louis Cyr captured the world’s imagination with his remarkable feats of strength and mammoth proportions. Set in Quebec at the turn of the 20th century, this visual biography features the celebrity in his old age, recalling his glory days for his young daughter. In vivid detail he recounts his adventures traveling through Europe performing feats of strength that astounded audiences and remain unsurpassed today. Nicholas Debon’s vibrant illustrations and moving text bring the world of circuses and celebrities from long ago to life for young readers.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 36
- Words
- 2,280
- Reading age
- 7–99+
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- GN630L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 4.8
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 113966
Publication
- Published
- April 25, 2007
- Publisher
- Groundwood Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780888997319
- OCLC
- 71003284
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