Athletic Shorts

Six Short Stories

by Chris Crutcher

On Sale: 11/05/2002

Athletic Shorts

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Athletic Shorts

Six Short Stories

by Chris Crutcher

On Sale: 11/05/2002

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ALA Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

School Library Journal Best of the Best in YA Literature

School Library Journal Best Book

ALA Best of the Best Books for Young Adults

ALA Best Fiction for Young Adults

About the Book

These six stories from acclaimed author Chris Crutcher are about athletes, but are not simply sports stories.

Here he presents characters from some of his best–loved novels, as well as creating some unforgettable new personalities, in tales of love, death, bigotry, heroism, and coming of age.

Ages 11+

Critical Praise

“A winning collection of stories…will speak to YAs, touch them deeply and introduce them to characters they’ll want to know better.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

“The characterizations are powerfully drawn, and the dialogue is quick and scorching.” — The Horn Book (starred review)

“If the stereotype of the ‘bonehead jock’ is ever to be defeated, it will be at Crutcher’s hands. Compelling enough to engage even the most sedentary readers.” — Publishers Weekly

“An involving group of stories…thought-provoking and discussable.” — Kirkus

“Crutcher knows teen issues and how kids think and talk…he mixes poignancy and humor in just the right proportion to keep readers involved.” — ALA Booklist

“If the stereotype of the ‘bonehead jock’ is ever to be defeated, it will be at Crutcher’s hands…compelling enough to engage even the most sedentary readers.” — Publishers Weekly

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780060507831
  • ISBN 10: 0060507837
  • Imprint: Greenwillow Books
  • On Sale: 11/05/2002
  • Pages: 208
  • List Price:12.50 CAD
  • BISAC1 : YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Sports & Recreation / General
  • BISAC2 : YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Social Themes / Prejudice & Racism
  • BISAC3 : YOUNG ADULT FICTION / Short Stories

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