Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Nick Williams The Outsiders.
Title: The Outsiders
Author: S.E. Hinton
Pages: 180
Rating: 10
The Greasers, a small gang of buddies, always have each other to look after, but after this day nothing will be the same. Ponyboy Curtis and Johnny Cade kill a member of The Socs, strictly in self defense. Being young and innocent, the boys decide to run away leaving their friends and family behind. This book is about friendship, love, trust, and heroism. I think this inspired so many kids to stay away from the wrong crowd and stay in school. I do think kids want to stay in school because some of the greasers dropped out or made many bad decisions in school. I think when kids read this book they thought to themselves that they don’t want to turn out like some of the members in the greasers. I think that’s why Ponyboy and Johnny were the main characters. They were young, smart, and still had a chance to make a difference in their lives whether it was graduating or going to college. I know kids wouldn’t want to end up like Dallas Winston, who died miserable, sad, and known as a delinquent to most people. I’m not saying The Greasers are a wrong crowd but some of the people in it are. I’m not saying that The Socs are the wrong crowd either. Someone stated in this book that” things are rough all over” and I believe that this is very true in this book. For example, In an outsiders perspective, The Socs may look like they have great live filled with fancy cars, money, and the nice side of the neighborhood; but they do have their own problems. The Greasers also have their own problems whether it may be family problems, problems with being a greaser, or living in the lower class. Nobody’s the bad guy in this story.
I think that Ponyboy took thinks a bit seriously when Darry yells at him though. I will take Pony’s side when Darry hit him, but when Darry yells, its only because he cares about him. I mean, Ponyboy should try looking at it in Darry’s view, being only 20 or so, taking care of 2 kids, with a job. He has a lot of pressure on his shoulder; Darry’s pretty much a kid himself.
I think this is a type of book any age or gender could read. I highly recommend people who haven’t read this to do so.
Nick,
ReplyDeleteI've not read the Outsiders yet, but I am quite familiar with it. I think you do a good job explaining that both of the groups have issues and that neither is technically right or wrong....we all have issues and you make a great point of that.
I have read this book before and I couldn't have summarized it better. I like how you say there isn't a bad group in this book because there really isn't, they just don't understand each other. Great job on your post!
ReplyDeleteNick- I'm so glad you had the chance to read The Outsiders. You really have a great understanding of what SE Hinton's message is. Excellent job with your interpretation and writing!
ReplyDeleteThe outsiders is a fantastic book and is on my top 5 favorite book.
ReplyDeleteI read this book during the summer for school along with three others, and i am happy to say that this was one of my favorite books. it is very compassionate, and explains how family doesn't just have to be blood relatives.out of all the characters in this book who was your favorite?
ReplyDeleteEven though I have already read this book. I think this is one of those books each time you read it you get a better understanding of what is happening I think I will read the Outsiders again.
ReplyDeleteYou really did a fine job of presenting all sides of the story and characters. Very thoughtful review of a great book!
ReplyDeleteNick- this is a great summary. I have read this book, and it is deffinetaly one of my favorites. And answering Jessica's question, Johnny is my favorite
ReplyDeleteThis summary makes the importance of this book stick out more and more. You really explained the book well. This book does really send an amazing message to everyone. Friendship is one of the most important thing in life. Great summary.
ReplyDeleteNick, I have read the book and I thought your summery had all of the key parts of the book, it was great! I also think that the points you touched upon like how nobody and is perfect and that Darry had a lot on his shoulders. It really is a fantastic book and you did a fabulous job with your response. :D
ReplyDeleteAwesome response:) I read this book as well over the summer, and i felt that you really captured the essense of teh theme the S.E Hinton was trying to portray. Even in your sypnosis, the message of love, and commitment was evident. Stupendous:)
ReplyDeleteI have also read this book, and have to agree with everybody else on the fact that is one of my favorite books, because it shows how life really was during that time. I have to agree with brandon that everytime you read this you gain a better understanding of their life style.
ReplyDeletei had to read this book this year and it was one of my faveret books ....good job on the post
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