Every day I'm surrounded by some type of literary piece. Today and in the past few days and weeks I've been consistently reminded of the power of literature to move a reader emotionally and intellectually.
1. "Little Ruth" by Yehuda Amichai--Once I read the background story on the poet's childhood friend Ruth, the poem became even more mournful. I'm amazed at the power poetry has to store and release emotions from one decade and historical event to the present.
2. The Crucible--I've never read the drama, but I must confess that I wish I had access to seeing a stage production of the work. A powerful commentary on society and humanity regardless of the time period.
3. To Kill A Mockingbird--A timeless favorite. As I was rereading part of the ending to my class, I got goosebumps once again when Scout puts Arthur Radley's arm in hers and begins the walk to his house.
4. The Reader--An unexpected twist and several secrets kept me interested in this novel. The narrator's love of literature and propensity to cause the reader to ponder heavy topics from World War II also kept me reading.
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