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Three in a Balloon tells the lighthearted story of three French farm animals who, in the year 1783, became the first living passengers to travel in a hot‑air balloon. Presented in charming rhyme, the book celebrates the daring spirit of early aviation and the tender camaraderie among the animals as they lift into the sky for an unforgettable adventure. Escaping the confines of earth, the animals experience the exhilaration of flight and the joy of discovery in a gentle narrative crafted to captivate young readers while introducing them to a pivotal moment in the history of ballooning.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Sarah Wilson
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