Gobby - Maclean, Norman

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Résumé :
Sam feels like he's always in the shadows. While his peers excel in academics, sports, or charm, he struggles to find his place. To make matters worse, his seemingly clueless younger brother, Gobby, is a hidden prodigy, excelling in almost everything. As if navigating the treacherous waters of adolescence wasn't hard enough, Sam grapples with his parents' crumbling marriage and the sting of his crush pairing up with his best friend. But life has a way of teaching lessons when least expected. Through an unforeseen accident, Sam learns that growing up isn't just about age - it's about maturity, understanding, and perspective. Dive into Sam's journey as he discovers that sometimes, the most significant growth happens in the mind and heart....

Biographie:
Norman Maclean has spent much of his life in the field of education in New Zealand. He has taught art, art history, drama, English and classical studies to many hundreds of secondary school students, mainly in his home town of Gisborne. His published books include titles covering ancient religion and history but it is the realm of literacy among teens that has increasingly concerned him. Gobby is in contrast to those titles that make high adventure and daring-do, the often-preferred choice, especially for adolescent boys. He believes that many kids do not easily identify with much beyond what may seem like the mundane business of muddling through. Home and school, their mates, their success or more often, lack of it - their desire for identity and recognition...

Sommaire:
Norman Maclean was an author best known for his work in both literature and theology. He was raised in a devout Christian household, and his theological background played a prominent role in shaping the themes of his work, which often dealt with issues of faith, morality, and societal responsibility. Maclean's most recognized work, Victory out of Ruin, reflects his deep concern for the spiritual malaise. His writing explores the disconnection between the teachings of Christianity and the moral decay he saw in modern society. Drawing on his own experiences and education, Maclean used his work to call for a renewal of Christian values-especially the principles of love, sacrifice, and selflessness-as a means of healing the divisions in society. In addition to his theological treatises, Maclean was an educator and mentor. He was known for his ability to blend intellectual rigor with compassion and a deep sense of social responsibility. His legacy continues to influence both literary and religious thought, and his works are still read for their insights into the human condition and the need for moral renewal in times of crisis....