{"product_id":"the-perks-of-being-a-wallflower-ya-edition-9781471116148","title":"The Perks of Being a Wallflower YA edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eSynopsis coming soon.......\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eA modern cult classic, a major motion picture and a timeless bestseller, \u003ci\u003eThe Perks of Being a Wallflower \u003c\/i\u003eis a deeply affecting coming-of-age story. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharlie\u003c\/b\u003e is not the biggest geek in high school, but he's by no means popular.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Shy, introspective, intelligent beyond his years, caught between trying to live his life and trying to run from it, \u003cb\u003eCharlie\u003c\/b\u003e is attempting to navigate through the uncharted territory of \u003cb\u003ehigh school\u003c\/b\u003e. The world of first dates and mixed tapes, family dramas and new friends. The world of sex, drugs, and music - when all one requires to feel infinite is that perfect song on that perfect drive. Standing on the fringes of life \u003cb\u003eCharlie\u003c\/b\u003e has a unique perspective of the world around him, but there comes a time to stop being a \u003cb\u003ewallflower\u003c\/b\u003e and see what it looks like from the dance floor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This haunting novel about the dilemma of \u003cb\u003epassivity vs. passion\u003c\/b\u003e has become a modern classic. Charlie's letters are singular and unique, hilarious and devastating and through Charlie, \u003cb\u003eStephen Chbosky\u003c\/b\u003e has created a deeply affecting story that will spirit you back to those wild and poignant roller coaster days known as growing up.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Chobsky captures adolescent angst, confusion and joy... Compelling.' Booklist\u003cbr\u003e 'This wistful, sensitive novel perfectly captures the uncertainty and excitement of adolescence, and has become a deserving modern classic.' Scottish Book Trust\u003cbr\u003e 'A coming-of-age tale in the tradition of THE CATCHER IN THE RYE and A SEPARATE PEACE... [Chbosky's] poignant reflections on life, love and friendship are often inspirational and always beautifully written.' USA Today\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDetails\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eISBN13: 9781471116148\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Pages: 240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Date: 01 Mar 2013\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher: Simon \u0026amp; Schuster Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication City, Country: London, United Kingdom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (cm): 19.8(H)x13(L)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (gm): \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h4\u003eStephen Chbosky wrote and directed the feature film adaptation of his award-winning novel, The Perks of Being a Wallflower. He has worked in film and television, on projects including the film version of the smash-hit musical Rent; the TV show Jericho; and others. He also edited Pieces, a collection of short stories. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chbosky graduated from the University of Southern California’s Filmic Writing Program. His first film, The Four Corners of Nowhere, premiered at Sundance Film Festival. Follow Stephen on X @StephenChbosky.\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Stephen Chbosky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48745905520857,"sku":"9781471116148","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/9530\/8441\/files\/71XjU4oc7xL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779869661","url":"https:\/\/www.arielbooks.com.au\/products\/the-perks-of-being-a-wallflower-ya-edition-9781471116148","provider":"Ariel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}