The book that inspired the Academy Award-winning short film, from New York Times bestselling author and beloved visionary William Joyce.

Morris Lessmore loved words.
He loved stories.
He loved books.
But every story has its upsets.
Everything in Morris Lessmore's life, including his own story, is scattered to the winds.
But the power of story will save the day.
Stunningly brought to life by William Joyce, one of the preeminent creators in children's literature, The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore is a modern masterpiece, showing that in today's world of traditional books, eBooks, and apps, it's story that we truly celebrate--and this story, no matter how you tell it, begs to be read again and again.

Author: William Joyce
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published: 06/19/2012
Pages: 56
Weight: 1.3lbs
Size: 8.20h x 11.70w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781442457027

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 152402 / Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore


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