“Let me tell you the secret that has lead me to my goal. My strength lies solely in my tenacity.” -Louis Pasteur. Forge, written by Laurie Halse Anderson, is about Curzon, a boy that turns into a young man as he faces the hardships of Valley Forge in the winter.
In the historical fiction novel A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park, a boy named Salva escaped from his village after the rebels attacked. Before the rebels took over Salva’s village he went to school everyday. Each day after school his mother would always be waiting for him at home with a bowl of warm milk. In the historical fiction novel The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis, a girl named Parvana lived in Kabul, Afghanistan, during the Taliban rule. Before the Taliban took over Parvana’s town, it was a very beautiful city with restaurants, movie theaters, and shops.
In the novel All the Light we Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, There is a thematic question that reappears throughout the book. The question that is posed by the author is: How do German and European education systems differ from America’s, what subjects and practices are valued there, and which is most positively affecting the students? Question first appeared in the novel when one of the main characters, an orphan named Werner, takes an interest and repairing radios in his neighborhood. During one of these jobs, a wealthy man named Herr Seidler tells Werner About an opportunity to go to school. he says, “‘Smart beyond your years.
The experiment in The Wave by Todd Strasser was successful because it showed what Nazi Germany was like and taught students never to follow a leader blindly. At the end of the book, when Mr. Ross is holding a Wave meeting, the students become unhinged when they realize they are completely obedient and act like a neo-Nazi group. Not only the students but also Ben Ross saw the experiment's impact. For example, “Ben looked down at them, a sea of faces stared back at him anxiously… It was frightening how easily they would let you decide for them”(133).
Liking a serial killer is generally frowned upon, but in the novel Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay, he makes us like one. Jeff Lindsay makes the audience like Dexter, but as the book continues the view of him decays to a point of concern and pity. This view towards him continues until the affection towards him is reinforced as he chooses to remain human. Lindsay uses this type of protagonist to convey ideas of society, like not knowing who someone truly is, and showing that heroes do not always do the right thing, until it matters most. Some readers can see this in Dexter through ought the book as he conceals his identity.
"Masks" by Lucy Grealy is a memoir of her life living with the effects with cancer and the scars it left. As if being diagnosed with cancer was not enough she had to endure the cruel teasing of her peers and the apathetic adults in her life. Unfortunately, her deformed face and loss of hair were not considered average so she was looked down upon. In nearly every aspect of her life she was ostracized because of the appearance of her face. So, Halloween was a night of pure bliss for Lucy.
A relationship between a father and a son is a sacred bond, one created at birth and strengthened over time. This paternal relationship is core to the value of family, a likewise bond of faith and trust. Such bonds are tested during times of hardship and pain, seen most clearly during times of war. During the events of World War II, and the gruesome events of the Holocaust, this truth was never more true. Through works such as the memoir Night, by survivor Elie Wiesel, and the artistry of the 1997 film Life is Beautiful, directed by Roberto Benigni, these times of hardships are kept alive in common memory.
Speech Sounds 1) Summary A mysterious disease has swept across the nation and deprived many of their abilities of communication; speeches, literacy, as well as the lives of numerous people were lost. Rye, after the death of her family to the disease, was making a trip to Pasadena out of loneliness and desperation in search of her remaining relatives. While riding on the bus Rye encountered Obsidian, a man dressed in police uniform trying to restore peace in a society where miscommunication led to violence and government was obsolete.
When reading the poem, “The Gift,” by Li-Young Lee, it can be interpreted many different ways. Upon initial reading, I took the poem very literal, but then I thought deeper and dug beneath the surface to realize the true meaning as to what Li-Young Lee was trying to say. As the author is removing a splinter from his wife 's hand, he has a flashback from the time when he was seven and his father removes a metal splinter from his palm. Although he was probably terrified at first, his father distracted him by reciting a tale. Lee mentions in the poem that he does not remember what the tale was about, but only that his father 's voice was “a well of dark water” and his hands were “two measures of tenderness.”
Written by James Baldwin in 1974, If Beale Street Could Talk follows the story of a young black couple in 1970s Harlem. The novel centers around themes of love, perseverance, and connection, as the author discusses institutionalised racism and persecution. Baldwin uses the motif of religion to contrast Alice Hunt’s performative faith with the River family’s secular acts of communion, to show that true religion strengthens love through connection, and comments on religious institutions and their role in fostering shallowness, leading the reader to consider the role that artificial goodwill and dogma play in disrupting genuine belief. Alice Hunt is emblematic of the church she attends; theatrical, not genuine, and where religion is used to justify abusive behaviours. When Tish is first introduced to the Hunts’ church, she is surprised and made
In books, moments can resonate within readers' hearts, leaving a mark long after the pages are turned. Authors achieve this by diving into the complexities of feelings, crafting stories that make readers feel deeply, and think profoundly. In his novel "I Am the Messenger," Markus Zusak does that by intertwining the lives of his characters with human emotion, specifically in the part "Hearts." Through the disparate yet deeply interconnected messages delivered by Marv, Audry, and Ritchie, Zusak crafts a symphony of empathy, love, and redemption that echoes long after the final page is turned. Because of how Zusak displays Marv overcoming his inner demons and finding the courage to embrace his vulnerability, his message stands out as the most impactful among the "Hearts.
In the short story by Susan Pefefer “Ashes,” is about a young girl, Ashes, who is in a middle of fights between her mother and father. Ashes mother, is a uptight, hard worker, that doesn’t have the biggest dreams. Ashes father, is a fun, dreamer, that has some holes responsibility wise. Ashes loves and trust both of her parents but, when her dad puts her in a hard position she questions that trust. This story shows, even if you’re are supposed to trust someone does that mean they are trustworthy?
Teenagers often feel the need to pretend to be someone they are not to fit in, this potentially means lying about things that realistically are out of your comfort zone. In the short story “On The Bridge” by Todd Strasser Adam is an attention seeking individual who lies to be cool. Adam could be described in many ways, such as a bully or to be concise, insecure. Adam pretends to be someone he is not to fit in. He is hiding in the shell of a bully to protect his insecurities.
The development of artificial intelligence and the pervasiveness of the Internet in today's linked society has provoked much debate. For millions of individuals worldwide, the Internet has evolved into an essential component of everyday life that presents both unimaginable potential and unexpected problems. In this article, we examine the many facets of the Internet while concentrating on its possible implications on people's well-being, especially in relation to children's safety. While acknowledging the enormous benefits of the Internet, we also want to highlight some of its opposing sides. By analyzing Bo Burnham's intelligent comedy/musical performance in “Bo Burnham: Inside,” traversing the conflicting feelings and messages expressed in
My writing portfolio is an accurate representation of my writing ability. These pieces reflect my ability to effectively communicate my main idea, read and think critically, do research, and learn independently. I enjoyed writing the creative assignments, which also happened to be what I was best at writing. This is perfect because in the future, I plan to be an author, and am already writing my first book. Being able to write creatively directly affects my ability to write a good book without having to steal ideas from other books, movies, or television series.
