When Professor William Waterman Sherman leaves San Francisco in a hot-air balloon, he intends to fly across the Pacific Ocean. Instead, through a twist of fate, he lands on Krakatoa, a legendary island of unimaginable wealth, eccentric inhabitants, and fantastic balloon inventions. Once Professor Sherman learns the secrets of Krakatoa, he must remain there forever-unless he can find a means of escape. Book jacket. Distributed by Syndetic Solutions, Inc.

Introduction	3
I Professor Sherman's Incredible Loyalty	9
II A Hero's Welcome Is Prepared	19
III A Description of the Globe	35
IV The Unwelcome Passenger	47
V A New Citizen of Krakatoa	61
VI The Gourmet Government	77
VII The Moroccan House of Marvels	95
VIII Airy-Go-Round	113
IX Concerning the Giant Balloon Life Raft	135
X What Goes Up Must Come Down	155

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