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The Chocolate War, published in 1974, is a young adult novel by American author Robert Cormier
. The novel follows protagonist Jerry Renault as he navigates the treacherous social landscape of his Catholic high school and defies a corrupt school culture by refusing to participate in a chocolate sale that funds the school’s various clubs and activities. As Jerry faces bullying and resistance, the novel delves into themes of rebellion, institutional coercion, and the toll of nonconformity.Read the full book summary, an in-depth character analysis of Jerry Renault, and explanations of important quotes from The Chocolate War.
