The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

"The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" is a poignant and heart-wrenching novel by John Boyne, first published in 2006. Set during World War II, the book tells the story of a young German boy named Bruno, whose father is a Nazi officer.

When Bruno's family moves to a new house near a concentration camp, he befriends a Jewish boy named Shmuel, who lives on the other side of the camp's fence, wearing striped pajamas. The book shows how their friendship develops despite the harsh realities of the war and the differences in their lives.

Through the innocent perspective of Bruno, the book discusses friendship, innocence, and prejudice. The story shows how friendship can bring people together, even in difficult times. It helps us understand the importance of being kind and accepting of others, even when they are different from us.

"The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" is a touching and powerful story that reminds us of the importance of empathy and humanity in a world often filled with cruelty and injustice.

Author: John Boyne

Link to buy: https://www.amazon.com/Boy-Striped-Pajamas-John-Boyne/dp/0385751532/

Ratings: 4.6 out of 5 stars (from 28,391 reviews)

Best Sellers Rank: #1,189 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

#2 in Teen & Young Adult Holocaust Historical Fiction

#3 in Children's Holocaust Fiction Books (Books)

#4 in Teen & Young Adult Friendship Fiction