"The Man Who Walked Between the Towers" is a well-known children's book written and illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein. It tells the true story of Philippe Petit, a French high-wire artist who, in 1974, performed a daring and illegal tightrope walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City.
Key Points About the Story
- Subject: Philippe Petit, the high-wire artist.
- Event: The tightrope walk took place on August 7, 1974.
- Location: Between the Twin Towers, which were then the tallest buildings in the world.
- Significance: The walk was a breathtaking feat of courage and artistry, capturing the imagination of people worldwide.
- Book Style: The book combines poetic text with beautiful, evocative illustrations, making it accessible and inspiring for children and adults alike.
Additional Information
- The event was later documented in the Oscar-winning 2008 documentary film Man on Wire.
- Philippe Petit’s walk is considered one of the greatest acts of artistic daring and has become a symbol of creativity and bravery.
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