pickstarts off kind of slow, but then really picks up the pace and draws the reader in.
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To Kill a Mockingbird | 
pickstarts off kind of slow, but then really picks up the pace and draws the reader in.
I‘m about to start reading To Kill a Mocking Bird by Harper Lee. I think I‘ve seen the movie (or maybe just seen a lot of memes of it), but I don‘t think I‘ve ever read the book. That made me want to start a conversation here.
What classic/well-known book have you never read or movie have you never seen? Do you want to?
Happy Birthday to Harper Lee 📚🎂🧁🎉🎊🪅
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pickThe beginning of this book was pretty light-hearted, and then the middle and end hit you and... Wow. I loved it. It's authenticity and realism was astounding. All the characters were fantastically written and I truly felt like I was living the story with them. Harper Lee wrote a beautiful, yet moving coming-of-age novel that I would highly recommend to everyone. It's one of the best, most interesting classics I have ever read.
pickSuper good book. Not your classic “read for class“ book. Although there is lots of symbolism, you don't feel like you have to dissect every sentence to find it. A great coming of age story that shows the innocence and yet deep knowledge that children posses.
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Even after all the times I've read it, this remains one of my favorite books to read and teach.
This post may come across as stirring the pot. However, I recently listened to a podcast where author Maurice Carlos Ruffin was asked what novel he would like to rewrite. Ruffin chose To Kill A Mockingbird. I'm so glad he did. I have always felt that TKAM was somewhat overrated and the black characters in the novel were one dimensional at best. I wrote a blog post acknowledging Ruffin's position and stand with him in his assessment.
#februaryreads I finished 11 and have 3 in progress. I forgot to add Beasts of Prey, probably because I‘m struggling with it. I may finish Frill Kill tonight, but I‘m not sure!
pickThis was my first time reading this since early high school years. I didn‘t remember much of the story until I was reading it again. I‘m glad I revisited this as an adult as I probably have a better understanding of its importance now than I did as a young teen. Highly recommend.
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pickWhat Classic do you think encapsulates that perfect “timeless” quality? I really think TKAM is one of those books. I rate it 5 stars because it evoked so much emotion, relatability, empathy, and life lessons compacted into a well-written story that gripped me even from grade school. Class discussions on themes in TKAM were mature & heartfelt for the first time at a young age, which left a lasting impression. I loved this one!
so-soTo Kill a Mockingbird is narrated by a girl who‘s name is Jean Finch. She usually goes by her nickname, Scout. She goes on to talk about her family history. Scout lives with her older brother Jem and Atticus who is a lawyer. In the summer of 1933 when Jem is almost 10 and Scout is almost 6, a new neighbour moves in beside them. His name is Charles Harris but goes by Dill. He quickly becomes friends with Jem and Scout.
He turned out the light and went into Jem‘s room. He would be there all night, and he would be there when Jem waked up in the morning.
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pickHad planned to finish this a lot sooner, but ended up catching Omicron, which made me spend the past 5 days asleep 😩 I ‘read‘ this when I was 14 for school, (by ‘read‘ I mean the Cliffsnotes due to being an angsty teen). This was friggin‘ incredible. So glad I chose to revisit it. Had missed most of it the first time, so this was new to me. Love Atticus ❤️❤️❤️ Seriously, Atticus is the best.
Driving to NJ for a funeral and making use of the time. My husband chose this one. Sissy Spacek is a great narrator!
#12BooksOf2021 #3rdbookof2021 #March
In March I finally read this classic. I had put it off because I had loved the movie, and since we all know that books-to-movies is a touchy thing, I was afraid that the book would somehow be different. Also, I felt I should love it just because of the subject but what if the writing stunk like some famous books? Anyway, I finally sat myself down to read it. And YES. ALL THE STARS.
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@Andrew65
"you never really understand a person until you've climbed into their shoes and walked around"
-Harper lee
When Atticus Finch says this to his children it really hit home. A very powerful quote.
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pickThis book was an amazing, sincere, and heartfelt coming of age story that is good for all generations.
This story is a heart felt, intense, twisting, turning reminder that no matter the time or circumstance there are always good people who will stand up and do what is right.
pickRe read this after seeing the play. The play is amazing and the book is a good one to revisit.
Lots of conversations happened on the #porch in the film adaptation.
#GratefulHarvest
pickWith plot based on 1930s southern USA and narration made by a six year old child's point of view, the key lesson from this book is that always take stand against injustices and wrongs like racism, irrespective of what the popular narrative is. You may feel isolated but the ultimate victory is worth it.
1. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
2. Pumpkin scones! 🎃
3. The Sparrow Sisters by Ellen Herrick
#weekendreads @rachelsbrittain
pickI've been putting off reading this magnificent classic for such a long time.
I now understand why this novel is a reference point in literature and remains meaningful no matter the period. Apart from the obvious and well-known social issues it addresses, I think it also brilliantly conveys the importance of doing and supporting what is right, accepting who people are and staying true to those principles.
pickSo I must have read this back in 96/97 and it‘s still one of my favourite books. Still relevant, sadly. But what a work of literature.
pickI finished this one a couple of days ago, and forgot to post a review. This books was nice, just as I remember it being, it‘s always been one of my favourites, although I despise the ending of the book. I personally think that it could have been better... ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
#BookCoverChallenge
Day 62.
Here I will note 365 books (or as many as I will have before I get tired) that have shaped my taste in literature. No explanations, no reviews. Just the cover of the book.
I do not challenge anyone. You are all welcome to take part.
pickI read this book for school and at first thought it was confusing and hard to follow. It grew on me though and I became invested in the storyline easily. I enjoyed the mystery aspect and the trial the most. ⭐️⭐️⭐️
pickOne of the best if not the best of all time. Definitely in my Top 5.
A partial list of books that were banned at one time or another...
#bannedbook #falltreasures @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks
“Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit ‘em, but remember it‘s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
pickThis book is keeping me on my toes, This is an excellent read so far. I am only on page 95 and I am so intrigued by the storyline! At first I wasn‘t able to get into because it was hard to follow but now I can‘t help but to read the next strip of text. My feelings on this book were scrambled at first, but now I am in love with the storyline so far.
“Simply because we were licked a hundred years before we started is no reason for us not to try win,”
The next morning I awoke, looked looked out the window and nearly died of fright. My screams brought Atticus from his bathroom half-shaven.
“The worlds ending‘, Atticus! Please do something-“
“No it‘s not,” he said. “It‘s snowing.”
✨its storyline, its characters, and ofc, its values r spectacular. I really recommend it!! The trial, the coming of age for both Scout and Jem, UGH I cannot say how much I love it. The book is one of a kind and it'll change the way you look at the world. Give it a try. ✨#thatsclassic #lovebooks🔹🔷
pickThis was a great book! Jem and Scout made this book and Atticus was a very intelligent character!
Saved by the bell, Miss. Caroline watched the class file out for lunch. As I was the last to leave, I saw her sink down into her chair and bury her head in her arms. Had her conduct been more friendly towards me, I would have felt sorry for her. She was a pretty little thing.
Read this one for leisure, rereading it because of my school! I‘m so exited to read it again!
Scout Finch would be the star of her kickball team!
#LitsySummerCamp @ImperfectCJ
