When You Reach Me Allusions & Cultural References

When authors refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Philosophical References

Historical References

Pop Culture References

  • $20,000 Dollar Pyramid (1.1, 4.1-4.4, 6.1, 13.1-38, 30.16, 50.1-25, 51.2-14)
  • Dick Clark (1.1, 13.12-13, 50.16-50.25, 51.2-14)