The Wave

Name: The Wave
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141368931
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Morton Rhue

Series: The Originals

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The Wave by Morton Rhue is a thought-provoking young adult novel based on a true story about a high school history teacher who conducts an experiment to help his students understand the rise of Nazism. The experiment spirals out of control as the students become increasingly absorbed in their sense of belonging and power, raising important questions about group dynamics, conformity, and authority.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in powerful stories about social experiments and human behaviour. It explores how easily groupthink can impact individuals and the implications of conformity, making it a compelling read for those fascinated by psychological dynamics within communities.

The Wave

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Based on a nightmarish true episode in a Californian high school, this powerful novel about the danger of fanaticism is part of the Originals - Penguin's very best modern classics for young adults.

Laurie isn't sure what to make of The Wave. It had begun as a simple history experiment to liven up their World War II studies and had become a craze that was taking over their lives. Laurie's classmates are changing from normal teenagers into chanting, saluting fanatics. The Wave is sweeping through the school - and it is out of control. Laurie's friends scoff at her warnings, but she knows she must make them see what they have become before it's too late.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Wave by Morton Rhue receives praise for its gripping narrative that explores the dynamics of power and conformity within a high school setting. Reviewers commend the book for its ability to spark discussions on the dangers of groupthink and authoritarian movements. Some note its accessible writing style as effective for engaging young adult readers, though a few suggest that its message can feel somewhat overt.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141368931

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Illustration: none

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 131g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Morton Rhue is the pen name of successful American children's writer Todd Strasser. Born in New York in 1950, Todd has had more than 140 children's and young adult books published. His most well-known book is The Wave which is a fictionalized account of a fascinating teaching experiment in a California high school in 1967. It was made into a film. Todd continues to live in New York state and has a grown-up family.