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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
Series: Aristotle and Dante
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories of friendship, self-discovery, and cultural identity. It's a beautifully crafted narrative about two Mexican-American boys exploring their complex emotions and relationships, set against a backdrop of intriguing family dynamics and poignant life questions. Perfect for those who appreciate thoughtful character development and lyrical prose in a coming-of-age tale.
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Now a major motion picture starring Max Pelayo, Reese Gonzales, and Eva Longoria!
A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021)
A lyrical novel about family and friendship from critically acclaimed author Benjamin Alire Sáenz.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe follows Aristotle, an angry teen with a brother in prison, and Dante, a know-it-all with an unusual perspective on the world. When they meet at a swimming pool, it seems they have nothing in common. However, as these loners begin spending time together, they uncover a profound friendship—a bond that transforms lives and endures a lifetime.
Through their relationship, Ari and Dante embark on a journey of self-discovery, uncovering crucial truths about themselves and the type of individuals they aspire to become.
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Reviews praise Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe for its tender and honest exploration of identity and sexuality, highlighting the author's ability to craft nuanced characters and emotional relationships. The novel's authentic dialogue and intricate pacing appeal to teen readers, particularly within the Latino community. The story addresses themes of self-love, familial bonds, and the evolution of friendship into romance, with many reviewers noting Sáenz's skilled prose and his ability to capture the depth of human connections. The book has been lauded for its emotional impact and satisfying narrative development.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781442408920
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 21 February 2012
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Illustration: f-c jacket (no spfx)
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 442g
Pages: 368
About the Author
Benjamin Alire Sáenz is an author of poetry and prose for adults and teens. He was the first Hispanic winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award and a recipient of the American Book Award for his books for adults. He is the author of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe, which was a Printz Honor Book, the Stonewall Award winner, the Pura Belpré Award winner, the Lambda Literary Award winner, and a finalist for the Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award, and its sequel, Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World. His first novel for teens, Sammy and Juliana in Hollywood, was an ALA Top Ten Book for Young Adults and a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. His second book for teens, He Forgot to Say Goodbye, won the Tomás Rivera Mexican American Children’s Book Award, the Southwest Book Award, and was named a New York Public Library Book for the Teen Age. He lives in El Paso, Texas.
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