The Hunger Games #1
In the ruins of a place once known as North America lies the nation of Panem, a shining Capitol surrounded by twelve outlying districts. Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games," a fight to the death on live TV. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen, who lives alone with her mother and younger sister, regards it as a death sentence when she is forced to represent her district in the Games. The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 384
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2010
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Language: en
ISBN: 9780439023528
Creator Bio
Suzanne Collins is a highly acclaimed American author, best known for her bestselling dystopian series, The Hunger Games. Born on August 10, 1962, in Hartford, Connecticut, Collins showed a passion for writing from a young age. She graduated from Indiana University with a degree in theater and went on to work as a writer for various television shows. However, it was not until 2008 when she published The Hunger Games that she became a household name. The success of the series, which has been translated into over 50 languages, has made Collins one of the most influential authors of our time. Her captivating storytelling and ability to create complex and relatable characters have earned her numerous awards and accolades, solidifying her place as a master of the dystopian genre.
