Part 8: August

There is much to say about this part of the novel. First off, the big fifth grade camping trip took place. It’s probably one of my favorite scenes in the book.  It’s when Jack and the other boys finally stand up for August. It’s been a long time coming if you ask me. I was waiting for the time when Jack would be put to the test again and this time he came through!  In the end, August, Jack, and the other boys are okay and eventually get back to the rest of the group.

When August gets home he meets Bear, their new dog.  I think it symbolizes August’s fresh start. After the camping trip going back to school August even says, “It was like I was one of them” (pg 282). No one see’s him anymore with as the “kid with the messed up face” he’s truly seen as a person, as someone just like them.  He has a new support system of friends that he has never had before. 

This last part tied together how much August has really grown as a person. He’s grown into an extraordinary young boy. “Greatness’ lies not in being strong, but in the right using of strength… He is the greatest whose strength carries up the most hearts…” (pg 304). August becomes the receiver of the Henry Ward Beecher medal for his class. “But hey, if they want to give me a medal for being me, that’s okay. I’ll take it. I didn’t destroy a Death Star or anything like that, but I did just get through the fifth grade. And that’s not easy, even if you’re not me,” (pg 306).  August finally got his standing ovation, he deserves it. 

On a side note I'd just like to say this book really touch my heart! I caught myself tearing up a couple times throughout the book. I will definitely suggest it to others! I already have suggested it to a couple people and I hope they do read it! Very touching, and inspirational. I loved it. 

“You really are a wonder, Auggie. You are a wonder.” (pg 310)