![]() ![]() But the author changed her mind to accomodate the tree. The idea for Mirette on the High Wire began as a biography of real-life daredevil Blondin. Her book, A Craving was nominated for an American Book Award. McCully's rich palette and skillful renderings of shadow and light sources make this an inviting postcard from the Old World. McCully has received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and New York State Council on the Arts. Bellini's anxiety may be a bit sophisticated for the intended audience and, surprisingly, the scenes featuring Mirette and Bellini on the high wire lack drama and intensity. McCully's story has an exciting premise and starting point, but unfortunately ends up as a missed opportunity. The illustrator of more than 40 books for young readers, she divides her. After much practice the girl joins Bellini on the wire as he conquers his fear and demonstrates to all of Paris that he is still the best. Emily Arnold McCully received the Caldecott Medal for Mirette on the High Wire. Mirette implores the boarder to teach her his craft, not knowing that her instructor is the ``Great Bellini'' of high wire fame. Emily Arnold McCully received the Caldecott Medal for Mirette on the High Wire. Many traveling performers stay at Madame Gateaux's boarding house, but Mme.'s daughter Mirette is particularly taken with one guest-the quiet gentleman who can walk along the clothesline without falling off. In this picture book set in 19th-century Paris, a child helps a daredevil who has lost his edge to regain his confidence. ![]()
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