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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
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.
Although teachers and librarians frequently point to its literary merits, 'The Pigman' is often one of the most targeted books for ban lists. This lesson will tell take a closer look as to why it...
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- Colleen Connolly
The Pigman's Legacy, proved less effective than his screenplay. John and Lorraine find another old person to exploit, and the whole plot of The Pigman repeats itself, negating John and...
Oct 5, 2023 · A Brief History of Banned Books in America. Attempts to restrict what kids in school can read are on the rise. But American book banning started with the Puritans, 140 years before the United...
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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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