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Of this autobiographical account of coming of age as a teenager in New York City, PW said, "Readers will likely laugh at 19-year-old Vizzini's awkward antics. He shows a real talent for self-deprecating humor." Ages 12-up. (Aug.)
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Grade 8 Up-The author, who is described as being a little on the geeky side and not too suave with girls, recorded his high school experiences between the ages of 15 and 18. These essays, originally published in the New York Press and New York Times Magazine, now appear in this compilation. Vignettes do not necessarily lend themselves to a straightforward plot, so the fiercely intelligent and introspective Vizzini concentrates on style rather than action. His wonderfully sardonic voice, like Daniel Pinkwater's in The Education of Robert Nifkin (Farrar, 1998), suggests a wisdom beyond his years. "The teen world is full of second prizes. Nobody wants to hurt our self-esteem." His timely scenarios include a Nintendo obsession, Magic cards, a visit to ABC's The View, and singular incidents with marijuana and alcohol. Echoing The Wonder Years, Vizzini's adult self comments on his high school self by way of sidebars, which sometimes include Web addresses for more information. He comments on his lame attempt to sleep with his girlfriend during his senior year, "I felt so bad about being high-pressure that I became no-pressure, never discussing it, never bringing it up." Black-and-white cartoons interspersed throughout the text give the book a "zine" feel. This surefire title is bright, insightful, and thoroughly charming.
Laura Glaser, Euless Junior High School, TX
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Young Adult
  • Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Laurel Leaf (August 13, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 044023767X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0440237679
  • Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #280,041 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Don't Let The Yellow Cover Fool You, August 28, 2000
By George P. (Hastings-on-Hudson, NY) - See all my reviews
Inside the hideous yellow cover you will find a treasure trove of insightful wit on painful reality. Best of all, there's no poetic garbage about protagonist Ned "becoming a man" as there is in every other movie, tele-movie, and Wonder Years episode about High School. Instead Ned Vizzini chooses to focus on real life as a New York Teen, and all the comedy, stress, and, yes, maturation (no matter how slight)that comes with it. With the yellow cover, you won't exactly achieve the brooding intellectual look in the halls, but you could always gift-wrap it with dark wrapping paper, or better yet, wrap it in a Subway map to show the book's true NYC colors.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Teen Angst?, April 23, 2005
By Sandra (Brooklyn, New York) - See all my reviews
I read this book the summer before I started high school at Stuyvesant in Manhattan, which happens to be the school that Ned went to (go Stuy!). His book was very accurate and insightful about the school, and I was able to relate to some things he felt. Even though he graduated when I was still in elementary school, things have stayed the same. Things like the Magic Card gang on the 6th floor are still real for my grade. It was a funny read and I literally couldn't put it down until I finished.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh Out Loud. Guaranteed., February 21, 2005
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Ok, this is definitely a laugh-out-loud kind of book, and it's the first I have ever come across where I actually did so at least ten times. If you want a deep, thought-provoking story, go for something else. But if you want a book to read when your favorite TV show isn't on, this is the best fill-in. It's quick and hilarious.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Relatable and funny
I grew up in the exact same neighborhood as Vizzini, and I go to a similar, but far superior school (go Tech), and I can read this book time and time again and always enjoy it... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Linda Mandracchia

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5.0 out of 5 stars i read this book three times!
i love this book so much. it is really funny and worth the time for a teen to read. i had to read a book for school once so i went to the libary and picked this book just becasue... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Gift Card

4.0 out of 5 stars HILARIOUS!! A great book for teens
This memoir was very interesting. I chose this particular memoir because it was a story of Ned Vizzini's high school life, something I can kind of relate to. Read more
Published on October 5, 2005

4.0 out of 5 stars This is a great auto-biography!! I loved it!!
This memoir was very interesting. This is a story of Ned Vizzini's high school life, something I can kind of relate to. Read more
Published on October 5, 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars An Entertaining Read
The author reflects on his youth in this collection of short stories. Teenage memories written with style and humor kept me from putting this book down.
Published on March 25, 2005 by kate opal

1.0 out of 5 stars Only for the self-absorbed
Nothing insightful or witty to be read in this book. The childish writing style could only entertain a true dullard and left me feeling talked down to. Read more
Published on November 15, 2004 by ReadDangerously

4.0 out of 5 stars A bit nerdy but doesn't detract
He's into Magic (I never even heard of it), doesn't have much luck with girls and scored a 1520 on the SAT's. No doubt he's a nerd, but hey the kid can write. Read more
Published on September 9, 2004 by Pessimist in Denial

5.0 out of 5 stars The Holden Caulfield of Generation X!
Ned Vizzini has sharp wit, good writing, and the outcome is an excellent book.

Ned's advice for High School is great, and will help many kids. Read more
Published on July 27, 2004 by Brian H.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
After reading this memoir of Ned's teenage years, Ned Vizzini has quickly become my favorite author. Read more
Published on July 21, 2004 by Ave

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