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Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 42
Language
English
Description
First published in 1989, this novel tells the story of two friends, John Wheelwright and Owen Meany, who grew up together as boys, but who have different backgrounds and appearances. Owen, for one thing, remains stunted at under five feet tall as an adult. He also believes he has a purpose to accomplish. Themes include the importance of faith, and the concept of fate.
Author
Publisher
William Morrow, an imprint of harperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
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While playing baseball in the summer of 1953, Owen Meany hits a foul ball that kills his best friend's mother, and he becomes convinced that he is an instrument of God.