Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold)

Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold)

<DIV><B><P>Two boys - a slow learner stuck in the body of a teenage giant and a tiny Einstein in leg braces - forge a unique friendship when they pair up to create one formidable human force. (Made into the film, The Mighty.) * "A wonderful story of triumph over imperfection, shame, and loss." - School Library Journal, starred review "Compelling?¦written with energy and?¦humor." - The Bulletin for the Center of Children?s Books</P></B><I>Freak the Mighty</I> joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!<br><br>It has been over twenty years -- and more than two million copies, eight foreign editions, and a popular Miramax feature film -- since the world was introduced to this powerful story of a unique friendship between a troubled, oversized boy and the tiny, physically challenged genius who proves that courage comes in all sizes. <br><br>This simple yet timeless story explores many themes, including bullying -- an important topic in today's schools. <I>Freak the Mighty</I> is sure to remain fresh, dramatic, and memorable for the next twenty years and beyond!</DIV>