The Scarlet Ibis (Classic Short Stories)

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Summary: Stories that made me want to read more
Review: I had not read this book since my sophmore year in 1979 back in Arizona. I had forgotten the younger brothers (Doodle) name and on several occassions had tried to relate the story to others. They would look at me with curiosity when I referred to it. It is indeed a wonder how a SHORT story can stay with you so LONG. Literature like THE SCARLET IBIS should be standard in the classroom. Young adults should learn to once again find the pleasure of sitting quitely somewhere and engrossing themselves in a book. Even now when a strong storm blows through I think about THE IBIS and get a lump in my throat. Thank you for allowing me express my admiration for this book.

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Summary: i hated this story
Review: i had to read it for my 9 grade honors class and it is still bad today

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Summary: This is only a story of sadness...
Review: I have never read such a depressing book. The brother of the story treats his younger brother as any child today would, showing cruelty for being embarassed by his brothers handicap. He only does things for his brother for his own good yet he never knows how much he loves him until he is gone... Throughout the story even when he is joyous with his brother he does not realise what he would miss if he were gone. The only thing I dont like about this is the grotesque ending which forced itself into my mind permanentely.

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Summary: remembered for 24 years!
Review: I have read many wonderful books since 1976, but The Scarlet Ibis stands out in my memory like no other. As a tenth grader at Iroquois Central High School, my main focus was on fun. Reading this story in my English class caused me to see how fragile life is, and to realize that the worst weaknesses of humanity are not the physical ones which can be seen, but rather the pride and selfishness that destroy others. A personal note: Like one of your reviewers, I am the mother of a handicapped child.I marvel daily at her incredible spirit, as well as those of her disabled friends. The character "Doodle" is a great representation of that spirit and the truth that often the least among us are the greatest! I've searched for years to find this story again, and was amazed to see similar comments. The mere fact that so many have remembered this story for so long is reason enough for everyone to read it!

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Summary: This story is so touching and sad!
Review: I love this short story! The tale is so sad and at the end I always cry!!! I think any one who has a sibling brother or sister should read this story!!

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Summary: unconditional love
Review: I loved this story, it was so profound, and it raises the age old question: How is it possible to love a person so much, but still treat them so badly? I think about this in all my relationships. I always relate love and friendship to Scarlet Ibis.

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Summary: The Scarlet Ibis is the most touching story I've ever read.
Review: I read "The Scarlet Ibis" many years ago and it is still very touching. The story shows us how that we should appreciate what ever little piece of joy we are able to grasp in this life.

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Summary: A must read for any family that has a handicapped child!
Review: I read this book about fifteen years ago in high school. I was struck not only by the main character's treatment of his brother in the beginning, but also by the sweet, unspoiled nature of his younger brother. Never once during this book could I become angry at either the "normal" boy or the "challenged" boy for either of their shortcomings. I feel that this book should be a must read for any family with handicapped children so that the point of view of the siblings and their relationships can be amplified. I know that I am going to read the book to my children, and grandchildren, and hope to pass it down even further knowing that it will make a lasting impression on all that read it as it did me. Kudos James Hurst, wherever you are.

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Summary: Greatest book for your soul.
Review: I read this book as a 10'th grader. I loved it. I has to be the most touching book I have ever read. I read it to my youger sister and we both sat and cried.Thanks to the author.

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Summary: The greatest story a high school kid could read.
Review: I read this book in my sophmore year of high school. I now attend a University and still believe this is one of the most profound stories I have vever read. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a very delicate story about two brothers.