Détails du livre
Format
Broché
Pages
726
Langue
Anglais
Publié
Feb 1, 2001
Éditeur
Little, Brown Book Group
ISBN-10
0349113009
ISBN-13
9780349113005
Description
In a quiet town, thirteen-year-old Karl De Man navigates the complexities of adolescence while attending a school known as the Berg. Set against a backdrop of personal and societal expectations, Karl's journey is one of self-discovery. As he grapples with the pressures of growing up, he must confront his own identity and the relationships that shape him.
Through vivid storytelling, the narrative explores themes of friendship and the struggles of coming of age. Karl finds himself at a crossroads, where the desire to fit in clashes with an innate need for authenticity. His experiences at the Berg serve as a catalyst for profound transformation, pushing him to embrace who he truly is.
As tensions between conformity and individuality rise, Karl's story resonates with anyone who has ever felt the weight of external expectations. With each challenge he faces, he learns valuable lessons about acceptance, resilience, and the power of embracing one’s true self.
Through vivid storytelling, the narrative explores themes of friendship and the struggles of coming of age. Karl finds himself at a crossroads, where the desire to fit in clashes with an innate need for authenticity. His experiences at the Berg serve as a catalyst for profound transformation, pushing him to embrace who he truly is.
As tensions between conformity and individuality rise, Karl's story resonates with anyone who has ever felt the weight of external expectations. With each challenge he faces, he learns valuable lessons about acceptance, resilience, and the power of embracing one’s true self.