Monster
- Subject
- Social Themes - Prejudice & Racism
- Age
- Teen
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Amistad Books for Young Readers
- Size
- 12.5 cm Ă 18.2 cm
- ISBN
- 9780064407311
This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial. Presented as a screenplay of Steve's own imagination, and peppered with journal entries, the book shows how one single decision can change our whole lives.
Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story that was the first-ever Michael L. Printz Award recipient, an ALA Best Book, a Coretta Scott King Honor selection, and a National Book Award finalist.
Monster is now a major motion picture called All Rise and starring Jennifer Hudson, Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Nas, and A$AP Rocky.
The late Walter Dean Myers was a National Ambassador for Young Peopleâs Literature, who was known for his commitment to realistically depicting kids from his hometown of Harlem.
Share this highly readable novel at home or in the classroomâit's sure to spark debate and conversation. Walter Dean Myers said: "I would like young people to consider what happened to Steve Harmon, as well as why. There were decisions that Steve made and some he clearly should have made, but didnât. As the author, Iâll be satisfied if the reader forms his or her own opinion about these decisions and the consequences."
About the author
Walter Dean MyersAuthor
Walter Dean Myers was the New York Times bestselling author of Monster, the winner of the first Michael L. Printz Award; a National Ambassador for Young People's Literature; and an inaugural NYC Literary Honoree. Myers was recognized by every single major award in the field of children's literature. He was the author of two Newbery Honor Books and five Coretta Scott King Book Award winners. He was the recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for lifetime achievement in writing for young adults and a three-time National Book Award finalist as well as the first ever recipient of the Coretta Scott KingâVirginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement.
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What reviewers said
âRiveting. An emotionally charged story that readers will find compelling and disturbing."
"The youthful, vulnerable voice will draw in YA readers, boys and girls.â
âThe unusual format and easy style combines with powerful content to make an unforgettable book.â
âMonster is a subtle and provocative novel about what it means to be alive in our time.â
âA novel that in both form and subject guarantees a wide teen audience.â
âA riveting courtroom drama that will leave a powerful, haunting impression on young minds.â
