Back in print, this mid-century classic features the lovable French mouse, Anatole, on a wild adventure in Paris with his family.

Anatole is a resourceful and charming mouse. While he and his family repair a giant kite, a gust of wind sweeps them up and into a daring adventure over the rooftops of Paris. But how is Anatole going to get his family back down to safety and enjoy the city with the best cheeses in the world? 

Written and illustrated by the award-winning Eve Titus and Paul Galdone, every page is full of humor and imagination, with a charming view of a beautiful city. Perfect for children but also for lovers of French culture—and anyone captivated by the magic of Paris. 

For ages 5 to 8 years.

About The Author

Eve Titus was a beloved American children’s writer. Her most famous books—featuring the heroic and resourceful French mouse, Anatole—later became the subject of a Canadian-produced animated television series. This book is part of the Anatole series, which won the Caldecott Honor medal in 1971. Paul Galdone illustrated nearly all of Eve Titus’s books, and together they were nominated for Caldecott Medals for Anatole (1957) and Anatole and the Cat (1958). Galdone was posthumously awarded the 1996 Kerlan Award for his contributions to children’s literature.