LOOKING FOR ALASKA

Looking for Alaska by John Green follows the story of Miles "Pudge" Halter, a teenager obsessed with the last words of famous people. Eager to seek a "Great Perhaps," he leaves his home in Florida to attend a boarding school in Alabama called Culver Creek Preparatory School.

At Culver Creek, Miles quickly makes friends, particularly with the enigmatic and adventurous girl named Alaska Young. Alaska is charismatic, unpredictable, and deeply complex, and she introduces Miles to a world of pranks, philosophy, and new experiences. Alongside his new friends—the Colonel (his roommate) and Takumi—Miles navigates the ups and downs of adolescence, friendship, and first love.

As Miles becomes increasingly infatuated with Alaska, he also learns about her troubled past and the emotional struggles she faces. The narrative is divided into two parts: "Before" and "After," which highlights the turning point in the story—a tragic event that profoundly impacts Miles and his friends.

After Alaska's sudden death in a car accident, Miles grapples with grief, guilt, and the search for meaning in their shared experiences. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, ultimately leading Miles to reflect on the significance of life, the choices people make, and the legacies they leave behind.

Looking for Alaska is a poignant exploration of friendship and the profound effects of loss, capturing the essence of adolescence and the search for identity.