Gaston of the Eiffel Tower

A picture book for ages 4–8

The Incredible Stories of History's Bravest Flyers

By Irish author Nicole Walsh · Illustrated by Buttercup Studio

€14.99

Ships to Ireland & Europe

🎄 Arrives for Christmas · order by 10 Dec

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Meet Gaston

Gaston lives at the very top of the Eiffel Tower and comes from a family of real-life heroes. But down in Paris, nobody seems to notice pigeons anymore… until a little girl called Margot asks about his medal.

Gaston's Family Letters

Tap an envelope to open it.

Every pigeon has an album full of adventures.

Meet them all inside the book.

What children will learn with Gaston

Real history

True stories of brave pigeons from 1870 to D-Day.

The wider world

From Paris to Palestine to Ireland — places and cultures.

Kindness & listening

Asking about others and really hearing their stories.

Everyday courage

Being brave in small ways, every single day.

Includes true-story pages, a map and an ‘Ask to see someone’s album’ activity. Perfect for home and the classroom.

Peek inside

“Paris was waking up. And Gaston was ready for adventure.”

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About Nicole

Nicole Walsh is an Irish author living in Paris. Watching the pigeons around the Eiffel Tower, she wondered what stories they might tell — and discovered the real heroes behind Gaston's family.

Pre-order perks

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Signed bookplate

Every pre-order includes a bookplate signed by Nicole.

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Colouring pack

Printable Gaston colouring pages to download.

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Gift note

Add a child's name for a personalised note.

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Classroom pack

Discussion questions, a map activity and colouring sheets for teachers.

Questions

Ready for adventure?

€14.99 · Ships to Ireland & Europe