The Pigman Resources
Websites
Zindel's Official Website
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Including photos, interviews, and more.
Q&A on The Pigman
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Zindel answers commonly asked questions on his novel.
Historical Documents
"Journey To Meet the Pigman"
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Zindel discusses the writing of the novel and the real-life inspirations for the characters of John, Lorraine, and the Pigman.
NY Times Review, 1968
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A brief review of The Pigman and two other books
NY Times Obituary, 2003
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Zindel died in 2003 at age 66. The NY Times wrote about his life and impact on the world of literature and theater.
Videos
The Pigman Movie Trailer
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There are several interesting student-produced film versions of The Pigman on YouTube. This is one of the best.
Images
Ceramic Pig
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This must be what Mr. Pignati's pigs looked like.
Books
The Pigman's Legacy, by Paul Zindel
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Interested in reading more about John and Lorraine? Check out Zindel's sequel to The Pigman.
The Pigman and Me, by Paul Zindel
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In this non-fiction piece, Zindel writes about his teenage experiences and his friendship with Nonno Frankie, the man who became the inspiration behind Mr. Pignati.