The Pigman Resources
Websites
Zindel's Official Website
Including photos, interviews, and more.
Q&A on The Pigman
Zindel answers commonly asked questions on his novel.
Historical Documents
"Journey To Meet the Pigman"
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
A brief review of The Pigman and two other books
NY Times Obituary, 2003
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
There are several interesting student-produced film versions of The Pigman on YouTube. This is one of the best.
Images
Ceramic Pig
This must be what Mr. Pignati's pigs looked like.
Books
The Pigman's Legacy, by Paul Zindel
Interested in reading more about John and Lorraine? Check out Zindel's sequel to The Pigman.
The Pigman and Me, by Paul Zindel
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.