Wonder
Wonder by R. J. Palacio, published by Corgi in 2013, is a poignant narrative that follows the journey of a ten-year-old boy named Auggie, who has a facial abnormality. As he transitions from being home-schooled to attending a real school for the first time, Auggie grapples with the desire for acceptance while facing the challenges of being different. This edition spans 315 pages and is presented in English.
Readers will find a heartfelt exploration of themes such as friendship, self-esteem, and the impact of bullying. The story delves into Auggie’s experiences as he navigates social interactions and strives to be seen as just another kid, despite the reactions of his peers. Through Auggie’s eyes, the book addresses important social topics and encourages reflection on empathy and understanding in the face of adversity.
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‘Has the power to move hearts and change minds’ Guardian
‘Tremendously uplifting and a novel of all-too-rare power’ Sunday Express
‘An amazing book . . . I absolutely loved it. I cried my eyes out’ Tom Fletcher
Read the award-winning, multi-million copy bestselling phenomenon that is WONDER in this new tenth anniversary edition.
‘My name is August. I won’t describe what I look like. Whatever you’re thinking, it’s probably worse.’
Auggie wants to be an ordinary ten-year-old. He does ordinary things – eating ice cream, playing on his Xbox. He feels ordinary – inside. But ordinary kids don’t make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. Ordinary kids aren’t stared at wherever they go.
Born with a terrible facial abnormality, Auggie has been home-schooled by his parents his whole life. Now, for the first time, he’s being sent to a real school – and he’s dreading it. All he wants is to be accepted – but can he convince his new classmates that he’s just like them, underneath it all?
A funny, frank, astonishingly moving debut – and a true global phenomenon – to read in one sitting, pass on to others, and remember long after the final page.
Discover more from the World of Wonder:
White Bird, a graphic novel *Soon to be a motion picture!*
Auggie & Me
365 Days of Wonder
We’re All Wonders
And read more from R. J. Palacio with Pony, an unforgettable new story!
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