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The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 ¾

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"The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 ¾" is a comedic masterpiece written in a highly intimate diary format. The story follows the life of Adrian Mole, a teenager in England who firmly believes he is an undiscovered intellectual misunderstood by the world. Adrian struggles with classic adolescent woes: ill-timed spots (acne), his agonizingly slow physical growth, and his unrequited love for the beautiful and sophisticated Pandora Braithwaite.

Beneath his typical teenage complaints, Adrian also bears witness to the crumbling dynamics of his parents' marriage. He records every event, from his mother’s rebellion against domestic roles to his father’s job loss, all through a perspective that is simultaneously naive and critical. Adrian attempts to make sense of the confusing adult world while striving to maintain his "integrity" as a future poet and writer, though his efforts often result in hilariously awkward situations.

This novel is more than just a funny story about puberty; it is a sharp social portrait of 1980s Britain. For Junior High school readers, the book offers the comforting message that they are not alone in the weirdness of their teenage years. Adrian teaches readers to laugh at their own imperfections. With a witty and honest narrative voice, Sue Townsend has created one of the most iconic characters in young adult literature, one that remains relevant today as a timeless reflection of the awkward transition from childhood to early adulthood.

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Series Title

Modern English Fiction

Call Number

823 TOW t

Publisher

United Kingdom : Penguin Books., 2018

Collation

259 hlm.: 11 x 18 cm

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

978-1-405-94015-3

Classification

823

Content Type

text

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Edition

1

Subject(s)

Puberty
Teen diary
British humor
Family issues
Pseudo-intellectualism
Puppy love

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