The Perks of Being a Wallflower: Annotated Analysis and Summary

This assignment presents an annotated analysis of 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower,' focusing on key themes and character development. The analysis begins with an overview of the novel's initial setting, introducing the main character, Charlie, and his emotional state. It explores the impact of his friend's suicide and the subsequent counseling sessions. The analysis then delves into the protagonist's family dynamics, his relationships, and the challenges he faces, including bullying and feelings of isolation. The document also highlights the importance of literature, particularly 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' in shaping the protagonist's perspective. The analysis summarizes the key events and the significance of the events in the novel. Overall, the assignment provides a detailed breakdown of the novel, its plot points, and the emotional journey of the main character, providing a comprehensive understanding of the book.

ANNOTATION OF THE
PERFES OF BEING A
WALLFLOWER

Table of Contents
Annotate key points.........................................................................................................................3
Orientation.......................................................................................................................................4

Annotate key points
Page 1
 Writer want to share his thoughts with someone whom he can trust but want to remain
unknown.
Page 2
 Writer is depressed that his friend Michael passed on as he killed himself and for this a
Memorial was held.
 His (writer) older brother gave him a shoulder to cry and took him to eat fries at
McDonald's.
 Guidance counsellor sessions were arranged for students who want to say few words
about Michael.
Page 3
 Writer talked to the counsellor and shared his feelings by shouting due to which he was
treated differently by teachers.
 Received good grades from teachers even though he didn't deserve it.
Page 4
 Writer explained his family members and their life style.
Page 5
 Writer got to know about his Aunt Helen bad experience in the past
Page 6
 His friend Susan stopped talking to him after growing even prettier.
 A senior boy named Sean threaten him.
Page 7
 Writer hit Sean badly and was asked to report to Mr. Small but Mr. Small knew it was
self defence as a kid reported him true story.
 Writer feels lonely as he has no friends in school and his sister is engaged being the
oldest.
Page 8
 Read book “To kill a Mockingbird” as the writer was asked to read it from his advance
English Class.
 Saw his elder brother playing football on Television with his family.

Page 9
 “To kill a Mockingbird” is one of the favourite book of writer.
 Helped his mom in kitchen.
Page 10
 Writer explains story of a boy, his sister met and explained how nice he was.
Orientation
Yes the orientation is quite effective in engaging the reader and also sets up the main
character named Charlie of the novel. The novel has been explained in a good and detailed
manner. It is based on sexual and relationship orientation though which the writer has
successfully set up the main character of the novel and his life story.