John Boyne Quotes

Novelist

John Boyne is an Irish novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound insights into historical events. His works often focus on young adult readers, exploring complex issues of humanity and society.

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“Bruno: "Why do you wear pajamas all day?" Shmuel: "The soldiers. They took all our clothes away." Bruno: "My dad's a soldier, but not the sort that takes people's clothes away."”

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Author:John Boyne

“Very slowly he turned his head back to look at Shmuel, who wasn't crying anymore, merely staring at the floor and looking as if he was trying to convince his soul not to live inside his tiny body anymore, but to slip away and sail to the door and rise up into the sky, gliding through the clouds until it was very far away.'' -The Boy in the Striped Pajamas”

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Book:The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

Source: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

“He looked down and did something quite out of character for him: he took hold of Shmuel's tiny hand in his and squeezed it tightly. "You're my best friend, Shmuel," he said. "My best friend for life.”

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Book:The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

Source: The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas

“...Despite the mayhem that followed, Bruno found that he was still holding Shmuel's hand in his own and nothing in the world would have persuaded him to let go.”

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Author:John Boyne

“You’re my best friend, Shmuel,’ he said. ‘My best friend for life.”

Said My Best Friend Friends For Life Shmuel

Author:John Boyne

About the Author

Born: April 30, 1971
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 84

Books & Sources

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