Marc Tyler Nobleman writes books for all ages, including the
nonfiction picture books Boys of Steel and Bill the Boy
Wonder. He lives in Bethesda, Maryland.
Eliza Wheeler has illustrated several picture books,
including Miss Maple's Seeds, which she also wrote. She
lives in Los Angeles, California. Visit her website at
www.wheelerstudio.com.
"A fascinating introduction to one of the greatest hoaxes of all
time, deftly pitched to elementary-age
children."--Kirkus
"This recounting of a fanciful, enchanting fraud will leave younger
children guessing until the end, and many more readers will embrace
the suspension of disbelief."--Publishers Weekly
"Nobleman's text is a rich overview of this bizarre historical
controversy; he deftly navigates topics [...] without ever weighing
down the central narrative."--School Library Journal
"With a crisp and engaging style, Nobleman relates this fascinating
story, providing ample context for readers by presenting
information about the attitudes and conditions of
early-twentieth-century England."--Horn Book Magazine
"Part accidental trickster tale, part unforgettable fairy tale, all
true, this will have kids reaching for cameras of their own in no
time."--Booklist
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