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Freak the Mighty is a young adult novel by Rodman Philbrick. Published in 1993, it was followed by the novel Max the Mighty in 1998. The primary characters are friends Maxwell Kane, a large, developmentally disabled, but kind-hearted boy, and Kevin Avery, nicknamed "Freak", who is physically disabled but very intelligent.
Jan 1, 2001 · Rodman Philbrick. Two boys – a slow learner stuck in the body of a teenage giant and a tiny Einstein in leg braces – forge a unique friendship when they pair up to create one formidable human force. A wonderful story of triumph over imperfection, shame, and loss. 192 pages, Paperback.
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Freak the Mighty is a novel by Rodman Philbrick about two boys, Max and Kevin, who become friends and partners in crime. Max narrates the story of their adventures, from their first meeting to Kevin's death, and reveals his own struggles with learning disabilities and his father's criminal past.
Freak the Mighty is a novel by Rodman Philbrick about two childhood friends who bond over their disabilities and help each other navigate life. The novel follows their adventures, challenges, and tragedies in a realistic and moving story.
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Turned into a feature film starring Kieran Culkin and Sharon Stone. Themes of friendship and bullying make this story timeless. This classic by award-winning author Rodman...
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Jun 1, 2001 · Book 1 of 2: Freak The Mighty Series. Teachers' pick. See all formats and editions. An unexpected friendship leads to a life-changing story in this timeless classic by Newbery Honor author Rodman Philbrick. "I never had a brain until Freak came along . . . That's what Max thought.
