Uglies
Uglies
Uglies is a science fiction novel by Scott Westerfeld. It was first published in 2005 and is the first book in the Uglies series. The novel is set in a future dystopian world where everyone is turned "pretty" by extreme cosmetic surgery upon reaching the age of 16.
Plot summary
The story follows Tally Youngblood, a 15-year-old girl who is eagerly awaiting her sixteenth birthday, when she will undergo the operation to become "pretty." In this society, being "pretty" is not just about looks; it also means being accepted and living a life of luxury and pleasure in New Pretty Town.
Tally's best friend, Peris, has already undergone the operation, leaving her behind in Uglyville. Tally meets a new friend, Shay, who is skeptical about the operation and reveals that she plans to run away to a place called the Smoke, where people live naturally without surgery. When Shay disappears, Tally is given an ultimatum by the authorities: find Shay and the Smoke, or never become pretty.
Tally's journey to the Smoke leads her to question the society she lives in and the true meaning of beauty. She discovers the dark secrets behind the pretty operation and must decide where her loyalties lie.
Themes
Uglies explores themes of identity, beauty, and conformity. It questions societal norms about physical appearance and the pressure to fit in. The novel also delves into the idea of free will versus control, as Tally struggles with the choices imposed on her by the society.
Reception
The novel received positive reviews for its engaging plot and thought-provoking themes. It has been praised for its commentary on beauty standards and the impact of technology on society. Uglies has been included in several "best of" lists for young adult fiction and has a strong fan following.
Sequels
Uglies is followed by three sequels: Pretties, Specials, and Extras. Each book continues to explore the world and characters introduced in Uglies, expanding on the themes and conflicts of the series.
Related pages
References
- Westerfeld, Scott. Uglies. Simon & Schuster, 2005.
- "Uglies by Scott Westerfeld." Kirkus Reviews.
- "Uglies Series." Publishers Weekly.
Ad. Transform your life with W8MD's Budget GLP-1 injections from $75
W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:
- Weight loss injections in NYC (generic and brand names):
- Zepbound / Mounjaro, Wegovy / Ozempic, Saxenda
- Most insurances accepted or discounted self-pay rates. We will obtain insurance prior authorizations if needed.
- Generic GLP1 weight loss injections from $75 for the starting dose.
- Also offer prescription weight loss medications including Phentermine, Qsymia, Diethylpropion, Contrave etc.
NYC weight loss doctor appointmentsNYC weight loss doctor appointments
Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.
- Call 718-946-5500 to lose weight in NYC or for medical weight loss in Philadelphia 215-676-2334.
- Tags:NYC medical weight loss, Philadelphia lose weight Zepbound NYC, Budget GLP1 weight loss injections, Wegovy Philadelphia, Wegovy NYC, Philadelphia medical weight loss, Brookly weight loss and Wegovy NYC
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
