Balloon Boy of San Francisco

Dorothy Kupcha Leland

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Balloon Boy of San Francisco

Balloon Boy of San Francisco

Dorothy Kupcha Leland

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Description

Based on true story of newsboy Ready Gates, who in 1853 took a wild ride on a runaway balloon.

About the Author

Dorothy Kupcha Leland is a Californian with a lifelong interest in the history of her state. She has worked as a freelance writer, newspaper columnist, media consultant and television news reporter. Her other books include Sallie Fox: The Story of a Pioneer Girl, A Short History of Sacramento, and The Big Tomato: A Guide to the Sacramento Region.

Publishing Information

Publisher: Tomato Enterprises
Pub date: 2005-01-01
Length: 121 pages

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