The Terrible Thing That Happened to Barnaby Brocket

Summary

At the heart of the story is Barnaby Brocket, a boy who, from birth, defies all the laws of gravity: he cannot stay on the ground and constantly floats in the air. His peculiarity becomes a heavy burden for his family, who long for normality and try to hide their son from prying eyes. One day, unable to bear the shame and fear any longer, his parents let Barnaby go, and the boy is swept into a whirlwind of incredible adventures, meeting others who are just as unusual and misunderstood as he is. Barnaby’s journey is a tale of self-acceptance, searching for one’s place in the world, and the importance of staying true to your nature, no matter what others expect of you.