It’s Kind of a Funny Story
by Ned Vizzini
It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini holds a highly rated rating of 4.14 out of 5, based on 161K reader ratings. First published in 2006. The book spans 444 pages.
About It's Kind of a Funny Story
Ambitious New York City teenager Craig Gilner is determined to succeed at life - which means getting into the right high school to get into the right job. But once Craig aces his way into Manhattan's Executive Pre-Professional High School, the pressure becomes unbearable. He stops eating and sleeping until, one night, he nearly kills himself.Craig's suicidal episode gets him checked into a mental hospital, where his new neighbors include a transsexual sex addict, a girl who has scarred her own face with scissors, and the self-elected President Armelio. There, Craig is finally able to confront the sources of his anxiety.Ned Vizzini, who himself spent time in a psychiatric hospital, has created a remarkably moving tale about the sometimes unexpected road to happiness.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ned Vizzini |
| Published | 2006 |
| Pages | 444 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.14 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 161,001 |
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What genre is It's Kind of a Funny Story?
It's Kind of a Funny Story is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is It's Kind of a Funny Story worth reading?
Based on 161K reader ratings, It's Kind of a Funny Story has an average score of 4.14 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is It's Kind of a Funny Story?
It's Kind of a Funny Story has 444 pages.
Who wrote It's Kind of a Funny Story?
It's Kind of a Funny Story was written by Ned Vizzini. It was first published in 2006.
What is the ISBN for It's Kind of a Funny Story?
The ISBN-13 for It's Kind of a Funny Story is 9780786851970.0.
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