The Two Acrobats

Frederick & Basil were the best of friends . . .

From father and daughter team Pierre & Jeanne Ryckmans, Piccolo Nero presents The Two Acrobats. This is a charming, tightrope-walking tale for people big and small, in which we encounter friendship, the circus and the President of France. Poor Basil, he really shouldn’t have eaten those snails . . .

‘An enchanting tale from a gorgeous – and heartwarming – collaboration, as daughter and father weave magic together.’—Jackie French, Children’s Laureate

‘A little story of immense charm that will cause gurglings of delight.’—Theodore Dalrymple

‘When one of the world's greatest writers devoted some leisure time to illustrating a children's book written by his daughter, they came up with a masterpiece.’—Bill Leak

‘Lions, elephants, bears and a snail – applause for a very tall story!’—Murray Bail