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The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier - Paperback
Part of his universe is Archie Costello, leader of a secret school societ-the Virgils-and master of intimidation. Archie himself is intimidated by a cool, ambitious teacher into having the Virgils spearhead the annual fund-raising event-a chocolate sale. When Jerry refuses to be bullied into selling chocolates, he becomes a hero, but his defiance is a threat to Archie, the Virgils, and the school. In the inevitable showdown, Archie's skill at intimidation turns Jerry from hero to outcast, to victim...
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IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling—and provocative—classic for young adults.
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A high school student is first a hero and then a victim in this novel of intimidation and the misuse of power. "Masterfully structured and rich in theme. Well crafted, well timed, suspenseful".--The New York Times. ALA Best Book for Young Adults.
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Devious Archie Costello, commander of the secret school organization called the Vigils, still has some torturous assignments to hand out before he graduates. In spite of this pleasure, Archie is troubled by his right-hand man, Obie, who has started to move away from the Vigils. Archie knows his stooges will fix that. But Obie has a shocking surprise waiting for Archie. There are surprises waiting for others, too. The time for revenge has come to those boys who secretly suffered the trials and torments...
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This time-saving, easy-to-use teacher guide includes inspiring lesson plans which provide a comprehensive novel unit--the legwork is done for you! The guide incorporates essential reading, writing and thinking practice. (This is NOT the paperback novel.)
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IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, "The Chocolate War" made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling--and provocative--classic for young adults.
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First Line: They murdered him. Description: IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling—and provocative—classic for young adults. “Masterfully structured and rich in theme; the action is well crafted, well timed, suspenseful.”—The New York Times Book Review “The characterizations of all the boys are superb.”—School Library Journal, Starred “Compellingly...
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We found 29 used copies, 5 new copies, and 2 collectible copies of this book. (Show all copies of ISBN 9780394828053)
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The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier - Hardcover
Reissued now in hardcover with a new introduction by the author, Cormier's chilling look at the insidious world of gang intimidation and the abuse of power in a boys' boarding school is no less relevant today than it was in 1974.
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First Line: They murdered him. Description: A high school student is first a hero and then a victim in this novel of intimidation and the misuse of power. "Masterfully structured and rich in theme. Well crafted, well timed, suspenseful."--"The New York Times." ALA Best Book for Young Adults. Selected Reviews: "Masterfully structured and rich in theme...well crafted, well timed, suspenseful." --Publisher Review
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IN 1974, AFTER SUFFERING rejections from seven major publishers, The Chocolate War made its debut. An uncompromising portrait of conformity and corruption, it quickly became a bestselling—and provocative—classic for young adults.
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Reissued now in hardcover with a new introduction by the author, Cormier's chilling look at the insidious world of gang intimidation and the abuse of power in a boys' boarding school is no less relevant today than it was in 1974.
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THEY MURDERED HIM. As he turned to take the ball ...
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Devious Archie Costello, commander of the secret school organization called the Vigils, still has some torturous assignments to hand out before he graduates. In spite of this pleasure, Archie is troubled by his right-hand man, Obie, who has started to move away from the Vigils. Archie knows his stooges will fix that. But Obie has a shocking surprise waiting for Archie. There are surprises waiting for others, too. The time for revenge has come to those boys who secretly suffered the trials and torments...
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The Chocolate War by Robert Cormier
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THEY MURDERED HIM. As he turned to take the ball ...
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THEY MURDERED HIM. As he turned to take the ball ...
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