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Binding: PaperbackEAN: 9780375829871 Edition: 30 Anv ISBN: 0375829873 Label: Knopf Books for Young Readers Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 272 Publication Date: September 14, 2004 Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers Reading Level: Young Adult Release Date: September 14, 2004 Studio: Knopf Books for Young Readers Related Items: Alternate Versions: Click to Display Browse for similar items by category: Click to Display Editorial Review: Amazon.com Review: Does Jerry Renault dare to disturb the universe? You wouldn't think that his refusal to sell chocolates during his school's fundraiser would create such a stir, but it does; it's as if the whole school comes apart at the seams. To some, Jerry is a hero, but to others, he becomes a scapegoat--a target for their pent-up hatred. And Jerry? He's just trying to stand up for what he believes, but perhaps there is no way for him to escape becoming a pawn in this game of control; students are pitted against other students, fighting for honor--or are they fighting for their lives? In 1974, author Robert Cormier dared to disturb our universe when this book was first published. And now, with a new introduction by the celebrated author, The Chocolate War stands ready to shock a new group of teen readers. Product Description: IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling—and provocative—classic for young adults. “Masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful.”—The New York Times Book Review “The characterizations of all the boys are superb.”—School Library Journal, Starred “Compellingly immediate. . . . Readers will respect the uncompromising ending.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred An ALA Best Books for Young Adults A School Library Journal Best Books of the Year A Kirkus Reviews Choice A New York Times Outstanding Books of the Year Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Catcher in the Rye meets the Lords of Discipline - Great Audio VersionRobert Cormier's cynical, sardonic, nihilistic language in the Chocolate War evokes Catcher in Rye. The story itself shares many of the same tensions and violence of Pat Conroy's Lords of Discipline. This is beyond a young reader's book. It has an edgy tension that will captivate all generations. Jerry Renault is a fine protagonist, somehow winning in spirit, even in despair. Archie Costello is an equally compelling villain - somehow apathetic and resigned, even in victory. I listened ... Read More Rating: - Chocolate WarThe book arrived in good time and was in good condition. I liked the book but the only reason I read it was to see why it is protested every school year by over sensitive parents. It is a book that even now can relate to pre-teen/teen boys. Rating:  - principle before actionSupposedly, this is a young adult classic, but honestly, I'm not sure why. It's just not very good. Sure, it's controversial (the characters swear and think about masturbation a lot), but that's not a good enough reason for it to keep being assigned in schools. Also, I think the thing that should make the book controversial is its portrayal of gross cruelty by students and certain teachers. Not that I'm worried that kids will suddenly become cruel just by reading this book (those who are going ... Read More Rating: - Warning to Teens Welcome to AmericaBrilliant & disturbing warning of the horrors of American life. Yes, horrors. Should be read by all thoughtful teens. Rating:  - Disappointed by poor writingAnother in the group of young adult books I bought for my wife to help her develop her reading skills before we get to the states and she has a go at attending college in America. I had my doubts about this one when I picked it on Amazon, but it sounded kind of interesting in a "Dead Poet's Society" meets "1984" kind of way, and I gave it a shot. It was a disappointment. For such a simple story, it seems that it would be easy enough for the author to execute one of the most basic tasks of novel ... Read More 
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