Books like Tasting the Thunder by Gary Paulsen
A young man disillusioned with life on a large agricultural estate escapes to a traveling carnival in search of freedom and excitement. The carnival’s perilous night forces him to question whether the rapid thrust into adulthood and the knowledge he gains truly keep him alive and ahead. This coming‑of‑age tale follows his steps toward maturity, highlighting the tension between independence, authority, and the world’s often harsh realities.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gary Paulsen
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