The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
The novel follows the unusual life of a boy named Nobody "Bod" Owens who, after his family is murdered, is raised by the supernatural inhabitants of a graveyard. Under the protection of ghosts and his guardian, who is neither living nor dead, Bod learns about the living world and the dangers it holds, including the man Jack who continues to hunt for him. As he grows up among tombstones and crypts, Bod explores the limits of his graveyard home, encounters creatures of the night, and ultimately confronts the sinister forces that took his family from him, all while trying to lead a normal life despite his extraordinary upbringing.
The 4051st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 312
- Words
- 67,800
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 75th on Top 100 Fantasy Books (Fantasy Book Review)
- 96th on 100 Greatest Childrens Books of All Time (BBC)
- 353rd on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)