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Over 50 years of an iconic classic! The international bestseller— a heroic story of friendship and belonging.
No one ever said life was easy. But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got things figured out. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry and Sodapop. And he knows that he can count on his friends—true friends who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. At least he knows what to expect—until the night someone takes things too far.
The Outsiders is a dramatic and enduring work of fiction that laid the groundwork for the YA genre. S. E. Hinton's classic story of a boy who finds himself on the outskirts of regular society remains as powerful today as it was the day it was first published. "The Outsiders transformed young-adult fiction from a genre mostly about prom queens, football players and high school crushes to one that portrayed a darker, truer world." —The New York Times
"Taut with tension, filled with drama." —The Chicago Tribune
"[A] classic coming-of-age book." —Philadelphia Daily News
A New York Herald Tribune Best Teenage Book
A Chicago Tribune Book World Spring Book Festival Honor Book
An ALA Best Book for Young Adults
Winner of the Massachusetts Children's Book Award
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Release date
May 15, 2012 -
Formats
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Kindle Book
- ISBN: 9781101642610
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781101642610
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781101642610
- File size: 418 KB
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Languages
- English
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 4.7
- Lexile® Measure: 750
- Interest Level: 9-12(UG)
- Text Difficulty: 3-4
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Reviews
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April 5, 2024
Gr 7 Up-This novel is narrated by 14-year-old Ponyboy Curtis, a Greaser from a poor neighborhood, who experiences a harrowing and fateful few days. Marked by long, well-oiled hair and a reputation for toughness, the Greasers are harassed by a rival group, the affluent Socs (Socials). Ponyboy, although different from his friends in his enthusiasm for books and school, is fiercely loyal to his group. A clear and forceful message is conveyed to teens-despite life's hardships, there is still good in the world. This is an ideal book for reluctant readers. Its exciting narrative and simple language will quickly capture their attention. It can also serve as a stimulus for fruitful discussions on the central themes of self-realization, maturation, and seeing people as individuals rather than as stereotypes. Considered by many as the first YA novel, Hinton's debut delivers a powerful message about class, friendship, and violence. Every student will find a character in these pages who will resonate with them. VERDICT This timeless classic is as relevant today as it was when it was written. Be sure to have multiple copies in any library that serves middle and high schoolers.-Heather Lassley & Dorian Harrison
Copyright 2024 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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