A Corner of the Universe

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Exploring the world of a special uncle.

"A Corner of the Universe" is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that sensitively touches upon the themes of mental illness, family, and acceptance. The story is told from the perspective of Hattie, a 12-year-old girl who finds herself drawn to her uncle Adam, despite his struggles with schizophrenia and autism. The most distinctive feature of the book is its portrayal of Adam's unique perspective on the world, which is both fascinating and moving. Readers who enjoy character-driven stories with a focus on relationships and personal growth will particularly enjoy this book.

  • Newbery Medal Nominee (2003)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2004)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

A Corner of the Universe

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ISBN: 9780439388818
Authors: Ann M. Martin
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Topics: Realistic Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.07
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Ann Martin's phenomenal Newbery Honor book, now in paperback. The summer Hattie turns 12, her predictable small-town life is turned on end when her uncle Adam returns home for the first time in over 10 years. Hattie has never met him, never known about him. He's been institutionalized; his condition involves schizophrenia and autism.Hattie, a shy girl who prefers the company of adults, takes immediately to her excitable uncle, even when the rest of the family -- her parents and grandparents -- have trouble dealing with his intense way of seeing the world. And Adam, too, sees that Hattie is special, that her quiet, shy ways are not a disability,.
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Exploring the world of a special uncle.

"A Corner of the Universe" is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that sensitively touches upon the themes of mental illness, family, and acceptance. The story is told from the perspective of Hattie, a 12-year-old girl who finds herself drawn to her uncle Adam, despite his struggles with schizophrenia and autism. The most distinctive feature of the book is its portrayal of Adam's unique perspective on the world, which is both fascinating and moving. Readers who enjoy character-driven stories with a focus on relationships and personal growth will particularly enjoy this book.

  • Newbery Medal Nominee (2003)
  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2004)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.