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Summary: A necessary read for students
Review: This book sends a strong message about bigotry and racial prejudice and hatred that was experienced in the south by a small family. It portrays the truth about then and sadly, even now. But not only does the book have a moral but it allows us to enjoy the childhood of Jed and Scout. Although often confusing and sometimes disturbing...I highly recommend this book...and I am a tough critic.
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Summary: A rare gem in American literature
Review: This beautifully written story of a southern family is a masterpiece of American literature. I can only assume that the negative comments written below are the result of deliberate sabotage or ignorance. It is a heart-wrenching and heartwarming tale that superbly reflects the times, including the very real presence of race and gender discrimination. An astonishing read that helps us appreciate just how far we've come and how far we've got to go.
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Summary: Mockingbird true classic
Review: I have recently finished reading the book, To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee. I must admit, it exceeds all my limitations that I had put on it. This is a great book and I think all should read it. I've been on the internet and searching the library for a critical review of the book for an english assingment. I was told to find a negative review because the assignment would be much easier. I've been looking for over a week and am yet to find a review that's truly negative. Most reviews are all positive saying this is one of the best books they've read, ect... As I searched amazon.com I found that most of the people who disliked the book said it was confusing or boring. Most likely, this was over their reading level. The way she involves the theme of prejudice, bravery, and the realizations that come with maturity are supurb. I am willing to debate this book so anyone who would like to is welcome to email me.
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Summary: Summaries for Thoughts?
Review: As a student you are required to read certain material that you may simply not be interested in or is perhaps too difficult. Cliff Notes often help with reports or summaries due for class;however, they are to be used after reading the novel firstly. The problem with this asistant is that it does not offer chapter by chapter summarization. It usually groups three chapters together. This becomes a problem when you expected to acquire help with the summaries of every chapter, you wanted to make sure you comprehend the main events and don't go off ranting about mundane details. Not to say that this is not worth buying, it can be of great worth when writing a book report and such. But I strongly advise that you read the actual novel first, even if its difficult or timely.
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Summary: Yuk! I hate this book! Horrible! Don't EVER read it!!!!!!
Review: This book is so horrible, it's not even funny! I have to read it for 9th grade english, and let me tell you, if the teachers ever assign you to this book prepare for complete and utter bordem and confusion! Yuk! I finished reading it and my mom read this book when she was 14, and she hated it too! About everybody I have talked to has hated it! DO NOT READ THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!! I don't like these kinds of books anyway, but I was assigned to read it! Yuk! Try to avoid reading this book as much as possible. Every thing in it is confusing. It talks about one subject, and, all of a sudden, out of the blue, you are in another subject! It is hard to follow, and there is too much information given at one time. Try to avoid it!
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Summary: Appalled is the best word...
Review: I was actually enjoying this novel. It deals with the tradition of discrimination in a small southern town called Maycomb, Alabama. It deals with how one lawyer, Atticus Finch, tries to fight discrimination and seek justice for a black man named Tom Robinson who is falsely accused of raping a white woman. However, I am thoroughly appaled at a gender discrimination in the novel. In chapter 23 (page 221 in this edition)...well, I'll type it, and u can see for yourself:'[Atticus]: "...for one thing, Miss Maudie can't serve on a jury because she's a woman-" "You mean women in Alabama can't-?" I was indignant. "I do. I guess it's to protect our frail ladies from sordid cases like Tom's. Besides," Atticus grinned, "I doubt if we'd ever get a complete case tried- the ladies'd be interrrupting to ask questions." Jem and I laughed....Perhaps our forefathers were wise.' Now, for a novel that is a.) written by a woman, and b.) has a lead charcter who is supposed to be educated and non-biased, it sure seems that while racial prejudice is inhumane, gender bias is accepted as normal and just, applauded as intlelligent, and even humorous to the ever noble Finch family. Is it just me, or does anyone else see this is an enormous hypocrisy? I actually wonder if I'm the first person to notice this.
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Summary: Everyone should read this book!
Review: Everyone who can appreciate a wonderful book, that is. Masterfully done, sweetly written, with a flowing style that seems to read itself. Almost perfect!!
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Summary: Wonderful
Review: I am 13 years old, and in my eight grade class this is a required reading book. We started reading this wonderful book less than a week ago, and I'm on my second time reading it. I cannot believe that some schools have actually banned this book- this book tells life like it is... Parent's are sometimes the cause of the ban. I guess maybe that they don't want their kids to be exposed to the language or racism. Well, my father suggested that I read this book when I was in fourth grade, and I wish I would have. The racism is used by ignorant people- I think I'd rather learn that from a book other than to be first exposed to it in real life. Other than that, it teaches you an important lesson - stand up for what you believe in, no matter what the cost. I hope that you all read this book. If you don't understand it, mail me!
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Summary: Great
Review: I read this last year in 9th grade and I loved it. I read the entire thing in a week. With most classics it takes me much longer to read. This classic is a must read. It not only is great for conversation, but at my age adults think I am an intelligent person. :) It is really neat and is pretty great. I liked it a lot and you will too. No wonder it's a classic.
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Summary: FOR STUDENTS
Review: I had to read To Kill a Mockingbird for school and I thought, a book for school, this will suck. After a few chapters, it got really good and I didn't want to put it down. The back of the book doesn't describe it well. It is not a love story (I don't know what that's about, there's no love), but about this guy Atticus who had to defend a black man who was obvously innocnet (if you want to know the end scroll to the bottom). the narrator figures out her views of life a rasism through the issues raised. It's a great book, a must read (esp. for me). I must admit though, once you take notes on it, it looses some charm. Off2mars2@aol.com The end of the book is below The end of the book: Atticus's client is guilty, and gets killed running away from jail. Bob Ewell get's killed tring to attack Jem, how ends the book unconsouis from the attack.
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