The pigman
by Paul Zindel
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1968
A lonely teenager befriends an eccentric elderly man, leading to unexpected and poignant experiences.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussions of relationships and mild romantic tension exist.
Mild conflict and arguments occur between characters.
Some profanity is present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
Themes of loneliness and despair are explored.
The story touches on themes of suicide and self-harm.
The story is emotionally intense but not scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores complex human relationships and emotions.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing difficult life circumstances.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Friendship and empathy are important themes.
The story explores themes of connection and understanding.
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