In the dusty plains of Texas, a boy named Stanley Yelnats is sent to a juvenile detention camp, mistakenly believed to be a troublemaker. At Camp Green Lake, he and other boys dig holes under the scorching sun, but the reason behind this grueling task is shrouded in mystery. As Stanley uncovers the secrets of the camp and its history, he finds himself entwined in a curse that has plagued his family for generations. Friendship, resilience, and the search for justice intertwine in this compelling tale. Will Stanley dig deep enough to uncover not just holes, but the truth that can change his fate?
By Louis Sachar
Published: 2000
""You dig the well, not knowing if you will find water, but you dig just the same, because that's what hope is all about.""
This groundbreaking classic is now available in a special anniversary edition with bonus content. Winner of the Newbery Medal as well as the National Book Award, HOLES is a New York Times bestseller and one of the strongest-selling middle-grade books to ever hit shelves! Stanley Yelnats is under a curse. A curse that began with his no-good-dirty-rotten-pig-stealing-great-great-grandfather and has since followed generations of Yelnatses. Now Stanley has been unjustly sent to a boys' detention center, Camp Green Lake, where the boys build character by spending all day, every day digging holes exactly five feet wide and five feet deep. There is no lake at Camp Green Lake. But there are an awful lot of holes. It doesn't take long for Stanley to realize there's more than character improvement going on at Camp Green Lake. The boys are digging holes because the warden is looking for something. But what could be buried under a dried-up lake? Stanley tries to dig up the truth in this inventive and darkly humorous tale of crime and punishment —and redemption. Special anniversary edition bonus content includes: A New Note From the Author!; "Ten Things You May Not Know About HOLES" by Louis Sachar; and more! .
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“"You dig the well, not knowing if you will find water, but you dig just the same, because that's what hope is all about."”
Holes
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Louis Sachar is an acclaimed American author known for his contributions to children's literature and young adult fiction. Born on March 20, 1954, he gained fame with his bestselling novel, 'Holes,' which won the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award for Young People's Literature. Sachar's writing is characterized by its unique blend of humor, emotion, and intricate storytelling, often exploring themes of friendship, resilience, and the challenges of growing up. His other notable works include 'Wayside School' series, 'There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom,' and 'Small Steps.' Sachar's ability to create memorable characters and engaging narratives has made him a beloved figure in children’s literature.
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