The Invention of Hugo Cabret: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
ORPHAN, CLOCK KEEPER, AND THIEF, twelve-year-old Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric girl and the owner of a small toy booth in the train station, Hugo’s undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message all come together...in The Invention of Hugo Cabret.
Quick facts about The Invention of Hugo Cabret
- Title: The Invention of Hugo Cabret
- Author: Brian Selznick
- First published: 1920
- Genre: historical fiction, juvenile fiction, railroad stations
- OpenLibrary ID: OL50231W
Where to read The Invention of Hugo Cabret
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Invention of Hugo Cabret about?
ORPHAN, CLOCK KEEPER, AND THIEF, twelve-year-old Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity.
Who wrote The Invention of Hugo Cabret?
The Invention of Hugo Cabret was written by Brian Selznick.
When was The Invention of Hugo Cabret published?
The Invention of Hugo Cabret was first published in 1920.
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