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Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is a coming-of-age young adult novel by American author Benjamin Alire Sáenz which was first published February 21, 2012. Set in El Paso, Texas in 1987, the novel follows two Mexican-American teenagers, Aristotle "Ari" Mendoza and Dante Quintana, their friendship, and their struggles ...
Feb 21, 2012 · Aristotle (Ari), is a wallflower, doesn’t have many friends, preferred being bored alone than in the company of friends, is curious and inquisitive. Dante, his soul-partner, the “know-it-all” with a distinctive way of perceiving the secrets of the universe, helps Ari in finding answers.
Apr 1, 2014 · This Printz Honor Book is a “tender, honest exploration of identity” (Publishers Weekly) that distills lyrical truths about family and friendship. Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world.
Oct 15, 2020 · A lyrical novel about family and friendship from critically acclaimed author Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of looking at the world. When the two meet at the swimming pool, they seem to have nothing in common.
Sep 8, 2023 · With Max Pelayo, Reese Gonzales, Veronica Falcón, Eugenio Derbez. Mexican teenagers Aristotle Mendoza and Dante Quintana explore their friendship while struggling with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality and family relationships in 1987 El Paso, Texas.
Sep 8, 2023 · Resentful at the world, 15-year-old Aristotle Mendoza wants to blend in and be left alone, but the summer he meets free spirit Dante Quintana at the local swimming pool, everything changes.
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- Drama, Comedy, Fantasy
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In-depth summary and analysis of every chapter of Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. Visual theme-tracking, too.
