The Astonishing Stereoscope

The Astonishing Stereoscope by Jane Langton, published by HarperCollins in 1971, is an engaging work of juvenile fiction that spans 256 pages. This edition, presented in English, invites readers to join siblings Eddy and Eleanor Hall as they explore the mysteries revealed by their new stereoscope. Instead of the expected exotic locations, the siblings encounter peculiar images that blur the lines between reality and illusion, sparking their curiosity and sense of adventure.
In this imaginative tale, Eddy and Eleanor discover that the stereoscope presents not only strange scenes but also familiar elements from their own lives, including a cat that resembles their pet. The narrative unfolds as the children are drawn into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and a simple tug on a mysterious rope could lead to unexpected adventures. Themes of family and sibling bonds are woven throughout the story, making it a captivating read for those interested in action, adventure, and fantasy.
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When Eddy Hall receives five cards for his stereoscope, he and his sister, Eleanor, can’t wait to see what exotic places they reveal maybe Stonehenge, or a centuries-old European cathedral. But instead, when they look through the stereoscope, Eddy and Eleanor see some very strange things. An odd-looking rope hangs from the sky down into every picture. A marmalade coloured cat that looks suspiciously like Herm, the family cat, also appears. And one picture looks like the front hall of their very own house! The images seem to be almost real, not just three-dimensional illusions. All it will take is one little tug on that rope to find out for sure ….
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