The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton
The book is a coming-of-age story focusing on a group of teenage boys living in a poor neighborhood. They are constantly at odds with the affluent kids from the other side of town, leading to violent gang fights. The story, narrated by a 14-year-old boy, explores themes such as class conflict, friendship, and the loss of innocence. It also delves into the struggles of the protagonist as he grapples with his identity, societal expectations, and the harsh realities of life.
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- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- - Die Outsider
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This book is on the following 12 lists:
- 28th on 100 Must-Read Classics, as Chosen by our Readers (Penguin (UK))
- 29th on America’s 100 Favorite Books (WordsRated)
- 49th on 50 Books Every Kid Should Read (Entertainment Weekly)
- 76th on 100 Best Books to Read by Women Authors (Good Housekeeping)
- 94th on Top 100 Books, As Chosen By Canadians (The Gazette(Newspaper))
- 147th on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 556th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 100 Novels That Shaped Our World (BBC)
- 222 Best Books of All Time That Deserve a Spot on Your Bookshelf, With Picks from Bestselling Authors and Indie Booksellers (Parade)
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)
- The Experts' Suggested Titles (The Plain Dealer )
- The Great American Read (PBS)