The Outsiders

Name: The Outsiders
Brand: Penguin Random House Children's UK
SKU: 9780141368887
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By S E Hinton

Series: The Originals

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The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton is a compelling young adult novel that explores the intense rivalry between two teenage groups, the Greasers and the Socs, in the 1960s. Through the experiences of Ponyboy Curtis, a sensitive Greaser, the story delves into themes of friendship, societal pressure, and the search for identity amidst social conflict. Hinton masterfully illustrates the challenges of growing up and the desire for understanding across different social divides.
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You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to gripping stories about friendship and societal divides, centred around the intense rivalry between two distinct groups. This young adult classic explores themes of identity and belonging, making it an engaging read for those interested in characters who navigate challenging circumstances and personal growth.

The Outsiders

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The Outsiders is the original teenage rebel story.

Greasers, Rockers, different place, different name - but wherever they are, they're outsiders; the rough, tough, long-haired boys from the other side of town, with little hope of flash cars, fine madras shirts, and the good things of American life in the Sixties.

Their story is told by Ponyboy, a Greaser with good reason to fear the Socs, the rich kids in Mustangs who come looking for trouble, and a witness to the savage baiting that drives his best friend to manslaughter.

More than a story of hatred and violence, it is also a story of loyalty and friendship as teenagers of the urban slums search for personal dignity and a place in the world.

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The Outsiders

By S E Hinton

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The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton is lauded for its raw depiction of teenage struggles and societal divides, capturing the essence of youth and class conflict. Reviewers appreciate its compelling narrative and well-drawn characters, which resonate deeply with readers of all ages. The book's emotional depth and authentic portrayal of friendship and loyalty have made it a beloved classic in young adult literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141368887

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 163g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Penguin Books S. E. Hinton Series: The Originals Young Adult

About the Author

S E Hinton wrote THE OUTSIDERS, her first book, when she was 17; it was a phenomenal success. Its publication enabled her to attend the University of Tulsa, Oklahoma; she graduated in 1970 with a major in education. S E Hinton was the first recipient of the American Library Association Award for an outstanding contribution to Young Adult Literature. She continues to live in Tulsa, Oklahoma.