The first two books that I had chosen were relatively similar; therefore, I had to choose another book, which I had re-read a few years ago to a few of my daycare girls. The books were completely different, yet they each have had a lasting effect on their readers, effects that have stayed with us through many years. Little Women is a classic. There is nothing that can compare to the values that this family novel encompasses. If ever there was a stamp for wholesome, effectual, loving entertainment, it would be this book. I love reading this to the girls when they are old enough to follow along and appreciate the story. The lessons of spirituality, family bonding and love are things that often misplaced in our society today, values that can quickly become sidetracked in our world of technology and hurry to gain control of every emotion and move that we make. The fact that Mr. March is a member of the ministry and instills his beliefs to the very core of his family is phenomenal (Alcott, 1995). The way that the family continues to give, even in their own time of need shows the true meaning of spirituality and proves that family love can and does transcend blood lines. This book, spoke volumes to me because it reminds me that we need to remember our roots and that it is not what you have or do not have, but truly what we make of our lives. In comparison to my other book, this one had almost no violence. “Of Mice and Men” is another classic novel. Though on a different level, this book also shows us what family is about and how the love of a family unit, regardless if it is large or small, blood or friendship can save our life (Stenibeck, 1965). The love that George and Lennie have for each other is tremendous thought hard... ... middle of paper ... ...challenged in a negative light. It did not show that some mentally challenged people are very smart in some areas. “Little Women” was, for me completely positive, but, it is a favorite. This is one of my “comfort” reads. If I were to stand back and try to take a negative look at it, I would have to say that, in a way, it could have shown life a little more realistically. However, during the time the story is set, the times were simple. Life was not about “having” as it is now and people were not numb to their surroundings (Lasn, 2000). This novel is just a good read, simple and pure. It is sad that there are not more stories such as this, in today’s world for the young people to read. We need to re-focus our youth on the importance of family and the core values that they can sometimes only get from their family or communities (Schaefer, 2011).
I would recommend this book to people who love realistic stories. Personally for me it is hard to find books that interest me and this one felt like if I was watching someone else's life while I read it. It has so many interesting points. When you think something might happen
What I liked most about it was reading from two different perspectives and how those different perspectives met through the book.
Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck is about the friendship between George Milton and Lennie Small, who travel together due to the fact that Lennie suffered a childlike mental illness and someone needed to take care of him. Lennie only listens to his friend George, no matter what George may say. This novel shows characteristics of their true friendship and George's compassion towards his companion. George shows acts of love and kindness out of sympathy for Lennie, yet he also seems to show an unconscious effort to make up for Lennie’s mental impairment.
John Steinbeck’s portrayal of George and Lennie serve to describe and criticize the misjudgment and mistrust of the rejects of society. Understanding builds trust, a fundamental component of a harmonious society. In this global age, trusts and judgments are more important than ever. Steinbeck’s timeless message made Of Mice and Men a true classical novella.
In the novel Of Mice and Men, John Steinbeck brings out the themes of Lonliness and companionship, and strengths and weaknesses through the actions, and quotations of the characters. Irony and foreshadowing play a large roll on how the story ends. Lennie and his habit of killing things not on purpose, but he is a victim of his own strength. George trying to pretend that his feelings for Lennie mean nothing. The entire novel is repetitive in themes and expressed views.
... choice. This made me think in a different perspective and showed me the ups and downs of this society. Lois Lowry shows the importance of individuality, choices and memory in a perspective that really helped me understand how we take some things for granted.
Of Mice of Men by John Steinbeck is a world renowned book known for its realistic representation of the American dream during the Great Depression. Its hard truths and graphic scenes have made it not only a literary classic but also a widely banned book throughout schools. Written in 1937, the end of the age of modernism, Steinbeck focuses mainly on the journey of the characters rather than the time and place of the story. Steinbeck was influenced at this time by the ideas of racism and realism. Racism is widespread throughout the book. Of Mice and Men tells the story of two ranchers, Lennie and George, wandering the country in search of suitable jobs during the Great Depression. George and the somewhat mentally disabled giant Lennie struggled to reach the dream of owning a farm together, after accepting a job in California. Because of this book’s vivid descriptions of life during the Great Depression and universal themes, Of Mice and Men should be taught in Antonian’s English II honors course. From reading this book students get a sense of what it was like during this time period thus giving this book a student friendly as well as teacher friendly appeal.
I found the book to be easy, exciting reading because the story line was very realistic and easily relatable. This book flowed for me to a point when, at times, it was difficult to put down. Several scenes pleasantly caught me off guard and some were extremely hilarious, namely, the visit to Martha Oldcrow. I found myself really fond of the char...
The classic novel, Of Mice and Men, written by John Steinbeck was made into a Hollywood Blockbuster in 1992. Directed and acted by Gary Sinise and John Malkovich, Hollywood took a stab at trying to recreate this literary success. The novel, which takes place in the 1930’s, follows the lives of two men, George and Lennie, as they try to attain their dream of owning a farm. George is a smart man who always seems to have things figured out. Lennie is massive, but has the mind of a young child. George looks after him, but it is not easy since Lennie always seems to get himself in some kind of trouble. As they struggle towards their dreams, George and Lennie face obstacles that test their friendship. In the end, with Lennie dead, George finds out that dreams aren’t worth striving for, and eventually, loneliness overcomes everything. The movie, running almost two hours, stays very true to the book, although some things are removed or added. While the movie differs from the book in a few ways, it still gives its audience the same message.
The novel ‘of Mice and Men’ is about an unlikely pair of two migrant workers who cling together in the face of alienation and loneliness. George is small yet mindful and loyal, and lennie's is of incredible size and strength, yet he wields the small naive mind of a child. Even in his capaciousness, lennie has a peculiar obsession with small, fragile and soft things. He holds them so preciously and dear, unaware that he is simply too strong to handle these delicate creatures. Those small beings in which lennie's desperately tries to care for ever so quickly fade away, easily broken and stripped of their mere essence.
Of Mice and Men written by John Steinbeck illustrates many morals in the novel. This novel supports many themes. The characters make up most of messages in the novel. Some examples are the predatory nature of human existence, the bonds between men, the impossibility of the american dream, and the destructive imbalance of social power structures in american society. The themes of predatory nature and the bonds between two men are important to the novella ”Of Mice and Men” because of when Curley got into a fight with Lennie, when George would be mean to Lennie, and when Crooks was also being mean to Lennie.
Of Mice and Men is a novella written by John Steinbeck in the 1930’s. It possesses many prominent themes that are evident throughout the whole book. One distinct theme is loneliness. John Steinbeck uses many conventions to convey this theme to the reader including characterization, context, foreshadowing and resolution. Through the use of these conventions, readers developed attitude and opinions, which change with modern society and the reader’s context.
The story Little Women takes place at a time when women were taking on uncustomary roles like physical laborer, family protector and provider, and military volunteer while their husbands served during the Civil War. Keeping within the boundaries of the time, Louisa May Alcott uses herself and her own three sisters to create this classical novel from personal experiences. Each sister is different. They each set goals and dreams for their selves whether it goes along with their contemporary society or not. With the assistance of their mother, friends and experiences, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy struggle between their personal expectations and society’s expectations as they plan for their future and choose their destinies.
Of Mice and Men is a novel by John Steinbeck. This book is an analogy about what it means to be a human. George and Lennie share the ambition to own their own ranch, but they encounter obstacles that stand in the way. Ironically, Lennie will become the greatest obstacle in them achieving their dream. This novel was first published in 1937, which is one of the most important aspects of the book. The reason why it is one of the most important aspects of the book is because one result of the Great Depression was a lack of steady jobs, which increased the amount of nomadic workers. When Steinbeck wrote this novel, ranch hands were beginning to be replaced by machinery and their way of life was disappearing fast.
...ions. The strengths of the book is the author lays out in detail how society and life was for those who wouldn't know a lot in that topic, and how every theme in the story relates each other. For example the theme of “wealth” relates to the theme of “class” in the way that the wealthier the family is the higher level of class they have, both these themes also relate to the larger theme of “marriage” in the sense that a woman is looking for a man with large fortune to secure her financially and a man with a high level of class to be involved in exclusive balls and get togethers. I would recommend the book to teenagers because it includes a lot of drama based events that teenagers deal with on a daily basis of who is dating who and who likes who. For that reason it will keep the targeted audience intrigued and on their toes about what is going to happen next.