“Did you ever notice that all machines are made for some reason?" he asked Isabelle. "They are built to make you laugh, like the mouse here, or to tell the time, like clocks, or to fill you with wonder like the automaton. Maybe that's why a broken machine always makes me a little sad, because it isn't able to do what it was made to do." Isabelle picked up the mouse, wound it again, and set it down. "Maybe it's the same with people," Hugo continued. "If you lose your purpose...it's like you're broken.”
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The Invention of Hugo Cabret
This book is a richly illustrated novel that intertwines the story of Hugo, an orphan living in the walls of a Paris train station, with the mysteries surrounding a broken automaton and the life of a reclusive film director. It explores themes of loss, discovery, and the power of storytelling. more
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Brian Selznick
Born on July 14, 1966, Brian Selznick is a renowned illustrator. His works are known for their unique style and emotional expression, which have won him great popularity among readers. more
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