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Genre: Fiction, Classic, Literary Fiction, Coming-of-Age
Rating:Rating:★★★★☆ (4.5/5)

Book Review :
Glendon Swarthout's ''Bless the Beasts & Children'' is a poignant and powerful classic that delves into the hearts of six misfit boys at a summer camp. Feeling outcast and inadequate, they find purpose in a daring mission: to free a herd of buffalo slated for slaughter. This Enriched Classic edition enhances the original 1970 novel with valuable scholarly tools—including notes, timelines, and critical analysis—making it an ideal choice for students and book clubs. The story is a moving exploration of masculinity, compassion, rebellion against senseless cruelty, and the search for identity. Swarthout's prose is both direct and deeply empathetic, transforming a simple adventure into a profound commentary on society's failures and the redemptive power of solidarity. A timeless and emotionally resonant read.