Published by Henry Holt, 1999. ISBN 0805061169.Thirteen year old Toby and his friend Cal are intrigued when a trailer containing Zachary Beaver, the fattest boy in the world, is parked in their town. Set during the summer of 1971, this story explores the themes of obesity, friendship, and coming of age. While getting to know Zachary, the boys also have to cope with their own problems. Cal's older brother Wayne is fighting in Vietnam, Toby's mother has gone to Nashville for a singing contest and he is left at home with his father. As the summer progresses the boys learn more about themselves and the nature of friendship. A great book for boys aged 10 and up. National Book Award Winner 1999.
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