

Hinton's classic story of a boy who finds himself on the outskirts of regular society remains as powerful today as it was the day it was first published. The Outsiders is a dramatic and enduring work of fiction that laid the groundwork for the YA genre. At least he knows what to expect-until the night someone takes things too far. And he knows that he can count on his friends-true friends who would do anything for him, like Johnny and Two-Bit. But not on much else besides trouble with the Socs, a vicious gang of rich kids whose idea of a good time is beating up on “greasers” like Ponyboy. He knows that he can count on his brothers, Darry and Sodapop.

But Ponyboy is pretty sure that he's got things figured out. " The Outsiders transformed young-adult fiction from a genre mostly about prom queens, football players and high school crushes to one that portrayed a darker, truer world.50 years of an iconic classic! This international bestseller and inspiration for a beloved movie is a heroic story of friendship and belonging. 50 years of an iconic classic! This international bestseller and inspiration for a beloved movie is a heroic story of friendship and belonging.
