A Trip to Luna Park

Introduction to Story and Illustrations

 
Millie riding in the trolley, when she spots Selena running in the dunes.

Millie riding in the trolley, when she spots Selena running in the dunes.

 

A Very Short Summary!

A new amusement park is being built in Coney Island in 1904. But they are constructing it right on the dune home of Selena, a tough little rabbit who lives there. Selena, along with her new friend Millie, confront the builders. One of the men is very nasty to both Millie & Selena, something they won’t forget. But they have to admit that the new park is starting to look very pretty! 

Watch out for Skip!

Watch out for Skip!

This magical story weaves together the friendship of two girls, and how they confront the men who have destroyed Selena’s home. Against the backdrop of images of Luna Park, inspired by photos of the real historical place, the story reaches a dramatic conclusion in the nighttime Coney Island, lit up by thousands of Edison bulbs! 

Luna Park at night!

Luna Park at night!

Take a trip back in time to Luna Park, when for a few pennies you could travel all the way, to the Moon!