ナイアガラの女王

The book combines adventure and history in a way that feels both educational and exciting. I'm curious what motivated him to bring this particular story to life for children.

Van Allsburg's artwork really brings the daring feat to life. How do you think the illustrations influenced your perception of the story compared to just reading the text?

Since it's a children's book, some details might be simplified, but I wonder how much creative license was taken. Did it feel true to the historical account?