The Boy in Striped Pyjamas
By John Boyne
A not-so-boring new home leads Bruno to a secret friendship—and a dangerous mystery.
Genres
What is The Boy in Striped Pyjamas about?
Bruno is unhappy when his family leaves Berlin for a lonely house beside a mysterious camp. With little to do, he explores the garden and meets Shmuel, a boy on the other side of a fence. Although they come from very different worlds, the two boys form a powerful friendship. Bruno does not understand why Shmuel is trapped or why he wears striped clothes, but as their secret meetings continue, the truth about the camp—and the dangers surrounding them—becomes impossible to ignore.
About the author
John Boyne is a well-known Irish author who loves writing stories for both children and adults. He is most famous for his book 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', which has been read by children all over the world. John enjoys creating exciting adventures and memorable characters that inspire young readers to use their imagination.
Pages
80 pages
Reading age
Teen/Young Adult (12-18)
This edition
2020
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