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CPB Box no. 2360 vol. 13. Preceded by. The Pigman. Followed by. The Pigman & Me. The Pigman's Legacy is a young adult novel written by Paul Zindel, first published in 1980. The book is a sequel to The Pigman following the lives of John and Lorraine shortly after The Pigman's death at the end of the first story and how they quickly make up for it.
- Paul Zindel
- 1980
The Pigman has remained one of the most banned books in libraries and classrooms across the country. Despite being widely considered one of the best works of young adult literature of the past ...
Although commonly taught, this book has been banned in certain areas for numerous reasons, some including offensive language and sexual themes. The book's sequel, The Pigman's Legacy, was published in 1980. The Pigman & Me, an autobiography by Paul Zindel, was first published in 1990; it is considered an unofficial triquel to The Pigman.
May 1, 1984 · 3.75. 1,745 ratings87 reviews. The Pigman has been dead for four months when John and Lorraine visit his empty house-and discover a down-and-out old man on the run from the tax collector. Convinced he's a sign from beyond the grave, John and Lorraine decide they've been given a chance to make up for what happened to the Pigman.
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- Paul Zindel
Key Facts about The Pigman. Full Title: The Pigman. When Published: 1968. Literary Period: Contemporary. Genre: Young Adult Novel. Setting: Staten Island, New York. Climax: The shock of Bobo’s death causes Mr. Pignati to suffer a heart attack, and he dies at the zoo. Antagonist: Norton Kelly. Point of View: First Person.
The Pigman has been dead for four months when John and Lorraine visit his empty house-and discover a down-and-out old man on the run from the tax collector. Convinced he's a sign from beyond the grave, John and Lorraine decide they've been given a chance to make up for what happened to the Pigman. Suddenly they're deep in another zany adventure ...
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The Pigman exhibits Zindel's typical negative portrayals of adults. John's parents and Lorraine's mother are uncaring and critical of their sixteen-year old children. Authority figures and others ...
