The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
by Sherman Alexie, Ellen Forney
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, Ellen Forney holds a highly rated rating of 4.11 out of 5, based on 160.6K reader ratings. First published in 2007. The book spans 230 pages.
About The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
Bestselling author Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Determined to take his future into his own hands, Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white farm town high school where the only other Indian is the school mascot.Heartbreaking, funny, and beautifully written, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, which is based on the author's own experiences, coupled with poignant drawings by Ellen Forney that reflect the character's art, chronicles the contemporary adolescence of one Native American boy as he attempts to break away from the life he was destined to live.With a foreward by Markus Zusak & interviews with Sherman Alexie and Ellen Forney
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sherman Alexie, Ellen Forney |
| Published | 2007 |
| Pages | 230 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.11 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 160,607 |
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What genre is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Young Adult.
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Based on 160.6K reader ratings, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian has an average score of 4.11 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian has 230 pages.
Who wrote The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian was written by Sherman Alexie, Ellen Forney. It was first published in 2007.
What is the ISBN for The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
The ISBN-13 for The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian is 9780316013680.0.
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