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Category Archives: Literature
A Promise to My Son
I believe that aside from providing him food and shelter and love, the most important gift I can give my son is to read to him. It was one of the greatest things my father did for me, and I … Continue reading
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Thoughts on “Chrysanthemums”
Elisa Allen, the protagonist of Steinbeck’s short story, “Chrysanthemums,” is from the beginning not quite content with her life, her marriage, her place in society. What do you think she really wants? And why is she so proud of her … Continue reading
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Thoughts on “The Breakfast”
At the end of his breakfast experience, the narrator says that he knows “some of the reasons why it was pleasant,” but he doesn’t list anything specifically. What do you think is on his mind? Ever had a memory etched … Continue reading
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Some thoughts on “Flight”
One of the principal questions Steinbeck (speaking through the character of Emilio) raises in the short story, “Flight,” is this: When does a boy become a man? Pepe Torres obviously thinks he already is a man. Mama Torres thinks he … Continue reading
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The Coming of the Great Silence
So summer is here, and I’m guessing we’re about to find out who blogs for the points, and who blogs for the sheer joy of blogging. [A chorus of little voices says “oh, I’ll keep blogging, Mr. Locke!] I hope … Continue reading
Posted in Blogging, Literature, Sunset HS
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That was “one good weekend.”
Friday 1. Finished reading Beowulf vs. Grendel in class. What an awesome job I have, where I get to immerse myself in literature that I love. 2. Later that day performed in the talent show. Once again, I love my … Continue reading
Posted in Autobiographical, Family, Literature, Sunset HS
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