The Chocolate War (Chocolate War, #1)
by Robert Cormier
The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.48 out of 5, based on 31.6K reader ratings. First published in 1974. The book spans 267 pages.
About The Chocolate War
Jerry Renault ponders the question on the poster in his locker: Do I dare disturb the universe? Refusing to sell chocolates in the annual Trinity school fund-raiser may not seem like a radical thing to do. But when Jerry challenges a secret school society called The Vigils, his defiant act turns into an all-out war. Now the only question is: Who will survive? First published in 1974, Robert Cormier's groundbreaking novel, an unflinching portrait of corruption and cruelty, has become a modern classic.A New York Times Outstanding Book of the YearAn ALA Best Book for Young AdultsA School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Robert Cormier |
| Published | 1974 |
| Pages | 267 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.48 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 31,633 |
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What genre is The Chocolate War?
The Chocolate War is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is The Chocolate War worth reading?
Based on 31.6K reader ratings, The Chocolate War has an average score of 3.48 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews."
How many pages is The Chocolate War?
The Chocolate War has 267 pages.
Who wrote The Chocolate War?
The Chocolate War was written by Robert Cormier. It was first published in 1974.
What is the ISBN for The Chocolate War?
The ISBN-13 for The Chocolate War is 9780375829870.0.
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