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Growing up on the means streets of 60s America is tough. Ponyboy is only 14, and since his parents died in a car crash big brother Darry has struggled to bring him up properly. But Pony's real family is his gang, a bunch of though guys who watch out for each other.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Teen gang struggles and brotherly bonds in 60s America.
Who is this book for?
If you're drawn to authentic youth stories filled with resilience and friendship, The Outsiders will grab you from the start. Its vivid portrayal of teenage loyalty and hardship in 1960s America captures a powerful sense of belonging and struggle that many find relatable and moving.
