A massive crowd gathers on the edge of the cliffs, staring out over the raging waters of the Niagara River. They are waiting for the Great Blondin, a daredevil who has promised to walk completely across the falls from America to Canada on a tightrope. The rope is over one thousand feet long, a mere three inches wide, and hangs one hundred and sixty feet above the dangerous rapids. Some people have come to watch him achieve a magnificent crossing, while others are convinced he will fall. When he finally steps onto the thin rope, the tension is unbelievable. You will be held completely breathless as you follow his historic real-life feat. Through incredibly detailed illustrations and a gripping narrative, you can experience the exact thrilling moments that enthralled spectators more than one hundred and fifty years ago.