Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
by Benjamin Alire Sáenzliterary work· published 2012
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For the 2022 film based on the novel, see Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe (film). Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe is a coming-of-age young adult novel by American author Benjamin Alire Sáenz which was first published February 21, 2012. Set in El Paso, Texas in 1987, the novel follows two Mexican-American teenagers, Aristotle "Ari" Mendoza and Dante Quintana, their friendship, and their struggles with racial and ethnic identity, sexuality, and family relationships. Since its publication, the novel has received widespread critical acclaim and numerous accolades. A sequel, titled Aristotle and Dante Dive into the Waters of the World, was published on October 12, 2021.
Adaptations (1)
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe was adapted into a 2022 film.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe2022 · film · 98 min · dir. Aitch Alberto · IMDb ↗Two teenage Mexican-American loners in 1987 El Paso explore a new, unusual friendship and the difficult road to self-discovery.
