Norton Juster

The timeless, classic fantasy novel, beloved by generations of readers. The Phantom Tollbooth follows Milo on an extraordinary voyage into such whimsical places as the Land of Expectation, the Doldrums, the Mountains of Ignorance, and the Castle in the Air. Throughout his adventure, Milo meets a cast of bizarre and unexpected characters, including Tock, the watchdog; the Gelatinous Giant; and...

A Caldecott Medal WinnerThe kitchen window at Nanna and Poppy's house is, for one little girl, a magic gateway. Everything important happens near it, through it, or beyond it. The world for this little girl will soon grow larger and more complex, but never more enchanting or deeply felt. Her story is both a voyage of discovery and a celebration...

The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster is a timeless odyssey that transports readers into a world of whimsical enchantment and profound discoveries. The story chronicles the adventures of a disenchanted young boy named Milo, who feels utterly uninterested in the world around him. One day, he unexpectedly finds a mysterious tollbooth in his room. With nothing better to do, Milo...