Book Summary –
Holes is a clever and engaging novel that interweaves mystery, adventure, and humor. It follows Stanley Yelnats, a boy wrongly sent to Camp Green Lake—a dried-up lake turned juvenile detention camp—where boys are forced to dig large holes every day under the scorching sun. The camp authorities claim the digging builds “character,” but Stanley soon realizes they are searching for something hidden beneath the desert. As Stanley befriends Zero, another quiet and mistreated boy, the story reveals a centuries-old family curse and a buried treasure connected to both boys’ past. With multiple timelines and richly developed characters, Holes explores themes of justice, friendship, destiny, and redemption. In the end, the truth buried at Camp Green Lake transforms the lives of Stanley, Zero, and everyone involved.
About the Author –
Louis Sachar is an American author renowned for his imaginative and witty writing for children and young adults. Born in 1954, he rose to fame with his Wayside School series and later achieved major acclaim with Holes, which won the Newbery Medal, the National Book Award, and became a successful film. Sachar’s works are known for blending humor with deeper moral lessons, often featuring quirky characters and unexpected twists. A thoughtful storyteller, he brings sensitivity and creativity to themes like justice, individuality, and perseverance, making him one of the most respected voices in contemporary children’s literature.
