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Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky (1999, Trade Paperback)
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Perks of Being a Wallflower, Paperback by Chbosky, Stephen, ISBN 0671027344, ISBN-13 9780671027346, Brand New, Free shipping in the US A series of letters to an unknown correspondent reveals the coming-of-age trials of a high-schooler named Charlie
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Product Identifiers
PublisherMTV Books
ISBN-100671027344
ISBN-139780671027346
eBay Product ID (ePID)537483
Product Key Features
Book TitlePerks of Being a Wallflower
Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicClassics, School & Education, General, Coming of Age, Literary, Social Themes / Friendship, Social Themes / Emotions & Feelings
Publication Year1999
GenreJuvenile Fiction, Young Adult Fiction
AuthorStephen Chbosky
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight6.4 Oz
Item Length7 in
Item Width5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience
LCCN99-236288
ReviewsSan Francisco ChronicleAlice Adams has a genius for crystallizing a character's state of mind with just a few lines of internal monologue and can switch points of view effortlessly. These multiple levels of consciousness create a rich, busy texture!, The New York Times Book ReviewWell told and moves surely and deftly....The lives of the five very different women and their cool, nonjudgemental mother become important to us., Chicago TribuneAn immensely satisfying book...with all the breadth and much of the appeal of Adams' memorableSuperior Women., Chicago TribuneA sharp portrait of America in the 1980s....A consummate storyteller, Adams draws us from character to character and incident to incident with an effortlessness that belies the intricacy of her tale.
Dewey Edition23
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromNinth Grade
Grade ToTwelfth Grade
Dewey Decimal813.6
SynopsisRead the cult-favorite coming of age story that takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory. Now a major motion picture starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson, The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a funny, touching, and haunting modern classic. The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky, Perks follows observant "wallflower" Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. First dates, family drama, and new friends. Sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show . Devastating loss, young love, and life on the fringes. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie must learn to navigate those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up. A #1 New York Times best seller for more than a year, an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults (2000) and Best Book for Reluctant Readers (2000), and with millions of copies in print, this novel for teen readers (or "wallflowers" of more-advanced age) will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps feel nostalgic for those moments when you, too, tiptoed onto the dance floor of life., "A timeless story for every young person who needs to understand that they are not alone." --Judy Blume "Once in a while, a novel comes along that becomes a generational touchstone. The Perks of Being a Wallflower is one of those books." --R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder This #1 New York Times bestselling coming-of-age story with millions of copies in print takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory. The critically acclaimed debut novel from Stephen Chbosky follows observant "wallflower" Charlie as he charts a course through the strange world between adolescence and adulthood. First dates, family drama, and new friends. Sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show . Devastating loss, young love, and life on the fringes. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, Charlie must learn to navigate those wild and poignant roller-coaster days known as growing up. A #1 New York Times bestseller for more than a year, adapted into a major motion picture starring Logan Lerman and Emma Watson (and written and directed by the author), and an American Library Association Best Book for Young Adults (2000) and Best Book for Reluctant Readers (2000), this novel for teen readers (or wallflowers of more-advanced age) will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps feel nostalgic for those moments when you, too, tiptoed onto the dance floor of life., Standing on the fringes of life...offers a unique perspective. But there comes a time to see what it looks like from the dance floor.This haunting novel about the dilemma of passivity vs. passion marks the stunning debut of a provocative new voice in contemporary fiction:The Perks of Being a Wallflower.This is the story of what it's like to grow up in high school. More intimate than a diary, Charlie's letters are singular and unique, hilarious and devastating. We may not know where he lives. We may not know to whom he is writing. All we know is the world he shares. Caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it puts him on a strange course through uncharted territory. The world of first dates and mixed tapes, family dramas and new friends. The world of sex, drugs, andThe Rocky Horror Picture Show,when all one requires is that perfect song on that perfect drive to feel infinite.Through Charlie, Stephen Chbosky has created a deeply affecting coming-of-age story, a powerful novel that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller coaster days known as growing up.
LC Classification NumberPS3553.H3469P47 1999
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- Nov 08, 2017
A Must-Read -- for people of any age.
A marvelous book, later a marvelous film -- albeit for somewhat different reasons. Released in 2012, I first saw the film only recently. This led to my craving exposure to Stephen Chbosky's source material. The book, in short, is a great read. Protagonist Charlie's "letters" are heartfelt, telling, real. Almost purely descriptive, with precious little dialogue, Charlie's coming-of-age tale is one decidedly worth reading, and -- like Charlie's favorite books -- worth immediately reading again. Just as the film is worth watching time and again. Novels of this sort are very difficult to adapt for film, but writer-director Chbosky does so admirably. And the cast? Leads Logan Lerman, Emma Watson and Ezra Miller all give sterling performances. My sole complaint? The film, unlike the novel, wasn't longer. Read it, watch it, be moved to joyful tears by both.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 04, 2023
good book
came in great condition. book was amazing. the main character charlie was very relatable. i recommend the book for anyone who might’ve felt lonely, isolated, and mentally unwell at some point in their lives.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 01, 2019
Absolute favorite book!
I was taken by surprise how wonderful this book is! I read it for a high school book report and have recommended it since. A wonderful and captivating story! Must Read! I had to have this for my library!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 29, 2018
Best book I've read till now.
The characters are just so well built, the story has a lot of details that aren't on the screenplay. He (Charlie) taught me to just move forward even if it hurts and even if you are in the darkest place physically and emotionally. It just gets better.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 19, 2015
Really Interesting
Its good so far. I like it better than the movie. It makes more sense. It has a lot of details that was missing from the movie.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 26, 2016
Good deal.
Good deal. Came fast. Sad book. Sad movie. Teen loves it. Do recommend.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 20, 2018
Perks of Being a Wallflower
The book is great. It’s one of those books that leaves you thinking about past memories and in the end you feel pretty happy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 06, 2023
LOVE
Came as described. I Absolutley love this book so far!! Definitely recommend this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 02, 2025
The back cover was a bit bent, but good ...
The back cover was a bit bent, but good condition otherwise.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 31, 2025
Crisp, clean copy of a hard to find titl...
Crisp, clean copy of a hard to find title. Thank you for having books like thisVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
