Looking for Alaska

Interesting Facts

• The book is divided into two parts: «Before» and «After», highlighting the importance of the event that changed the main characters' lives.
• The main character, Miles Halter, is fascinated by the last words of famous people, which becomes an important theme in the book.
• The title of the book is related to one of the main characters, Alaska Young, and symbolizes the search for meaning and self-identity.
• The book received the Michael L. Printz Award for excellence in young adult literature.
• The story is partially based on the author's personal experiences, as he also attended a boarding school.