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In this Newbery Honorwinning novel, Gary D. Schmidt offers an unforgettable antihero. The Wednesday Wars is a wonderfully witty and compelling story about a teenage boy's mishaps and adventures over the course of the 196768 school year in Long Island, New York.Meet Holling Hoodhood, a seventhgrader at Camillo Junior High, who must spend Wednesday afternoons with his teacher, Mrs. Baker, while the rest of the class has religious instruction. Mrs. Baker doesn't like Hollinghe's sure of it. Why else would she make him read the plays of William Shakespeare outside class? But everyone has bigger things to worry about, like Vietnam. His father wants Holling and his sister to be on their best behavior: the success of his business depends on it. But how can Holling stay out of trouble when he has so much to contend with? A bully demanding cream puffs; angry rats; and a baseball hero signing autographs the very same night Holling has to appear in a play in yellow tights! As fate sneaks up on him again and again, Holling finds Motivationthe Big Min the most unexpected places and musters up the courage to embrace his destiny, in spite of himself.
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- Q: What is 'The Wednesday Wars' about? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' is a Newbery Honor-winning novel by Gary D. Schmidt that tells the story of a seventh-grader named Holling Hoodhood during the 1967-68 school year in Long Island, New York. It explores his adventures and mishaps as he navigates school life and personal challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Wednesday Wars'? A: The author of 'The Wednesday Wars' is Gary D. Schmidt, a well-known writer recognized for his contributions to children's literature.
- Q: What age group is 'The Wednesday Wars' suitable for? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' is suitable for middle-grade readers, typically ages 10 to 14, but it can also be enjoyed by older readers due to its themes and humor.
- Q: What is the page count of 'The Wednesday Wars'? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' has a total of 388 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Wednesday Wars' have? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'The Wednesday Wars' published? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' was published on March 13, 2019.
- Q: Is 'The Wednesday Wars' a standalone book or part of a series? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' is a standalone novel and not part of a series.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Wednesday Wars'? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' explores themes such as friendship, courage, and personal growth, as well as the impact of historical events like the Vietnam War on young lives.
- Q: Are there any specific materials used in the book's production? A: There are no specific materials listed for 'The Wednesday Wars'; it is a paperback book.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'The Wednesday Wars' is sold in new condition.