The Wild Things- PLBB [pre-loved, banned book]

Part of our banned book series, The Wild Things portrays Max as a troubled boy dealing with complex emotions, including anger, loneliness, and a yearning for control. The island serves as a symbolic space where Max confronts these emotions, and the Wild Things represent different facets of his personality and emotional struggles. The novel is lauded for its rich symbolism, vivid imagery, and deeper, more mature exploration of themes such as identity, the power of imagination, and the complexities of childhood and family dynamics.