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The Car - by Gary Paulsen (Paperback) - 1 of 1

The Car - by Gary Paulsen (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • Neglected by his parents, fourteen-year-old Terry Anders is used to taking care of things on his own.
  • 12 Years
  • 6.9" x 4.4" Paperback
  • 192 Pages
  • Young Adult Fiction, Action & Adventure

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At 14, Terry Anders has been abandoned by his parents, with no choice but to make his own way. After assembling pieces of a kit car from his father's garage, he sets out from Cleveland to Portland to search for an uncle he hardly knows.



Book Synopsis



Neglected by his parents, fourteen-year-old Terry Anders is used to taking care of things on his own. He even manages to assemble a car kit by himself. When the car is finished, Terry sets off from Cleveland to Portland in search of an uncle he barely remembers. Along the way, he is joined by a wise Vietnam vet who turns his journey into an adventure in learning.

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"This provocative novel introduces and explores some interesting philosophies of life while stressing the value of learning from experience."--Publishers Weekly


Dimensions (Overall): 6.9 Inches (H) x 4.4 Inches (W) x .7 Inches (D)
Weight: .25 Pounds
Suggested Age: 12 Years
Number of Pages: 192
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Sub-Genre: Action & Adventure
Publisher: Clarion Books
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: Gary Paulsen
Language: English
Street Date: November 1, 2006
TCIN: 88894975
UPC: 9780152058272
Item Number (DPCI): 247-53-8766
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.7 inches length x 4.4 inches width x 6.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.25 pounds
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Q: What themes are explored in this novel?

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  • A: The novel explores themes of independence, self-discovery, and the importance of learning from experiences.

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Q: What type of adventure does Terry embark on?

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  • A: Terry embarks on a journey to search for an uncle in Portland, using a car he assembles.

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Q: Who accompanies Terry on his journey?

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  • A: Terry is joined by a wise Vietnam veteran who helps guide him during his adventure.

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Q: What is the main character's name and age?

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  • A: The main character is Terry Anders, a fourteen-year-old boy navigating life on his own.

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