(2017) is a graphic novel written by Marie-Claire Javoy and illustrated by Renaud Garreta . Published by Dargaud , this single-volume work is an adaptation of the themes from the multi-award-winning documentary film and series Sur le chemin de l'école . Plot Summary
The story follows eight children—including Sherab, Sonam, Urgen, Dawa, and Passang—who must leave their remote village of in the Himalayas. To reach their school in Kathmandu , they undertake a grueling six-to-eight-day trek across high-altitude mountain passes (at roughly 4,200 meters) and through dangerous snowy terrain. Guided by a local named Pemma, the children face natural hazards like snowstorms and potential encounters with snow leopards, viewing the journey as a rite of passage to gain an education. Amazon.com: Le Plus Long Chemin de l'école - Tome 0 (2017) is a graphic novel written by Marie-Claire