The Absolutely True Diary Of A Part-Time Indian

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Most people would think different things about what the most important element of a book is. Either it be the character, setting, plot, theme, or another subject that they fancy. But the censorship is the thing that I like in the book, and by the form of censorship I mean more of the lack of. I remember growing up I was pretty sheltered. I didnt learn my first curse word until about fourth grade. And even growing up most people could relate to blocked tv shows, blocked websites, and other thing of the type. And eventually when we did learn about the world in all of its terrible glory we felt alone that what we learned wasn't the right way to think or to act. But if someone didnt have friends to relate with their feelings they might feel alone. So i feel this book could help people in that situation. …show more content…

I thought it was just going to be another boo-hoo, crying, my life sucks kind of book. It doesn't take away how I feel about the book but it shows that everyone has their own problems with life. For example we hear about Arnold, when ever you hear of him you think a poor, sickly, smart indian kid. And for that part you would be right because he looks the part of his problems. But when you look at another character such as Penelope you wouldn't guess her problems such as being Bulimic, or having a racist dad to deal with. And this shows that everyone has there own problems from every gender, race, religion, or even

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