M.C. Higgins, the Great

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Set against the backdrop of environmental degradation, a 15-year-old boy grapples with the encroaching threat of a slag heap from nearby strip mining. As he navigates his conflicting desires to protect his family's home and seek a better future, the story explores themes of resilience, family, and the impact of industrialization on rural life. This 25th anniversary edition of a Newbery Award-winning novel brings renewed attention to its poignant narrative and rich character development.