Looking for Alaska is a coming-of-age novel that explores themes of friendship, love, and loss through the experiences of Miles "Pudge" Halter at Culver Creek boarding school. The story revolves around his relationship with the enigmatic Alaska Young and their group of friends, as they navigate adolescence and confront profound questions about life and death.
Key points:
- Miles Halter attends Culver Creek boarding school in search of his "Great Perhaps"
- He forms close friendships, particularly with Alaska Young
- The novel deals with themes of friendship, love, loss, and the search for meaning
- A tragic event involving Alaska becomes a central focus of the story
- The narrative explores the complexities of teenage relationships and personal growth