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The Invention of Hugo Cabret

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

a novel in words and pictures
Graphic novelChildren's BooksHistorical Fiction
Pages
533
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

Orphaned and alone, Hugo lives a secret life as a clock keeper and thief within the walls of a bustling Paris train station. His survival hinges on staying unnoticed, but a chance encounter with a curious girl and a toy shop owner threatens to expose his hidden existence and a precious secret. A mysterious drawing, a stolen key, and a mechanical man draw Hugo into a hidden world that could change everything.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

MysteriousHeartwarmingNostalgicThought-Provoking
Secret IdentityQuest

Genres

Children's Books Historical Fiction Juvenile Middle Grade Mystery Graphic Novels History

About the author

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Brian Selznick

Brian Selznick (born July 14, 1966) is an American illustrator and writer best known as the writer of The Invention of Hugo Cabret (2007) and The Marvels (2015) and Wonderstruck (2011). He won the 2008 Caldecott Medal for U.S. picture book illustration recognizing The Invention of Hugo Cabret.[2][3] He is also known for illustrating children's books such as the covers of Scholastic's 20th-anniversary editions of the Harry Potter series. Photo: By Avery Jensen - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https:/...

Characters

Hugo CabretProtagonist
All characters in The Invention of Hugo Cabret

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