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Anica Sunshine-Killer Angels
I chose Killer Angels because my mom suggested it to me. She said that it was one of her favorite civil war novels, so I figured it must be pretty good. I also enjoy learning about the Civil War so I figured I could easily get into it. Also, since my mom owns a copy of The Killer Angels, I managed to save myself a trip to the bookstore by reading it. In addition, the book won a Pulitzer Prize so I assumed it possessed some sort of literary merit. It turned out to be a very realistic description of war, and provided good insight into the lives of the important figures during the civil war. The author tells the story from the points of view of generals from both the Union and the Rebels, so you understand both sides of the story. At first I thought that it wouldn't have much plot, but the author writes in such a way that you feel like you're actually on the battlefield alongside the generals. It's very realistic, and I'm glad that my mom suggested it to me.
Erica Griffith-One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
I chose to read One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest because my older brother referred me to it. When I started reading the book, I noticed right away that it was unlike any other novel I had ever read before. As I read more into it, I really began to enjoy reading it and it was hard to put down! I really liked McMurphy's daring personality and his sense of humor, and I was always interested to find out what he was going to do next to disturb the ward and Nurse Ratched. Upon finishing the book, I was a bit disappointed that I had read it so fast because it was just so good! I would suggest it to anyone who doesn't mind a bit of crudeness and is looking to read something a bit out of the ordinary. I'm happy that I chose to read this particular book!
Elizabeth (Ellie) Sell- The Devil in the White City
I started reading The Devil in the White City because, quite honestly, it looked like it would be the most entertaining. When I first received the list of summer books for APUSH I, of course, immediately went to Wikipedia and skimmed each of their wordy summaries. I guess I can't really explain why I chose The Devil in the White City any more than I can explain why my favorite color is green; frankly, I just liked it best. Its plot line, about a handsome pseudo-doctor who charmed and lured innocent young women to their deaths and was only incriminated when a rugged detective went from city-to-city and tirelessly collected evidence about the deaths of three young children also killed by the psychopath, looked really entertaining and enjoyable, sort of like a super-hero thriller. But what I didn't expect, and what I certainly didn't expect to actually enjoy, were the extensive sections of the novel about the construction and execution Chicago World's Fair of 1893. When I first encountered these sections, the phrase, "there's always a catch," came to mind. I was thoroughly fascinated by the endeavor undertaken by the architects of the United States in 1893, although I didn't expect to be. This book was a pleasure to read; I recommend it to all who enjoy thriller seekers or fascinating historical accounts, but I especially recommend it to those who enjoy both.
David Stephens- One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
What initially prompted me to read “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” was that I heard the movie was really good. However, I also became interested in the book because the others where either too long, something I had already read or seen the movie of, or a biographic novel which I detest. I was a little disappointed when I first began reading; in my opinion it took the novel too long for the plot to start rolling. Although, as I read I became intrigued in the unique point of view that the story was told from, it was sort of like being a fly on the wall, the Chief’s idea to pretend to be deaf and dumb was brilliant and it allowed the other characters to open up around him without fear of negative repercussions. I really started to enjoy the book when I was past part two and the action intensified. What I found really peculiar was the timing of the climax, it was really late; it reminded me a little of the book “The Call of the Wild” it had a really late climax as well. Even thouhg I expected the final consequence of McMurphy’s actions, Ken Kesey suprised me because I didn’t expect the Chief to react the way he did. I’m not going to divulge any more on the matter seeing that I do not want to spoil the ending. Overall, I thought that “One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest” was a worth while read and although slow at first, it gives a very unique and exciting look at the controversial medical practices in the asylums at the time and the treatment of their patients. “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” was definitely an exceptional read.
David Stephens-Comment on Erica Griffith's Post on One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
I agree with you Erica, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" was truly unlike any book that I had ever read before. Once I got into it I began reading at a faster pace until before I knew it, it was over. The book was a little rough around the edges and the film is even worse, but it was definatley a fun book to read that had an interesting story line and some uniquely bizarre characters. However I am glad that it is over and that I can now read books that "I" want to read.
Laura Groot -The Wizard of Oz
The book I chose for my summer reading project was The Wizard of Oz. I choose to read this because I have seen the movie many times and thought it would be interesting to compare the movie to the book. The book is very intriguing and has many differences between as opposed to the movie.
Beverly Howard - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
I was actually initially interested in the book One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest because I had heard that the movie was highly critically acclaimed, and decided I would learn more about the story. Upon reading the back of the book, I realized that it was exactly the sort of book I would generally enjoy, as opposed to one that I would be forced to read for school. I thoroughly enjoyed it, and never wanted it to end! I have already recommended it to people who had not yet started this project. I love to read books with such original plot lines, and I was even more intrigued by the author's choice to tell the story from the standpoint of a man who was mentally insane. This choice added such a unique twist to the book that put it among the best books that I have read. The ending left me surprised as well as slightly confused. I still wonder about it occasionally, even having finished the book days ago, which is key characteristic in an exceptional book.
Quinton Reddick - The Wizard of Oz by Frank Baum
It more of that the book chose me instead of me choosing it. I have need read the book version so i got kind of curious of how different it really is. The was so much description thatn a whole new world opened up to me and that the ending of the book was really unexpected. Now that I have read the book it seems to me that each traveler already had what they think was missing beep down. None of they really caught on to themselve. But overall the book turned out better than the film version.
Kaylis Baxter - One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest
I really enjoyed the plot that Ken Kesey created. Also I believe that it was very creative of Kesey to tell the story through the eyes of one of the patients and not an outsider. I thought it was ingenious that he told it through a character that was perceived as deaf and dumb by the other characters. Chief Bromden was like a fly on the wall because everyone thought he couldn't hear. Then McMurphy came along and he got Chief Bromden to respond to speech. That gesture stirred up the hospital even more without Chief Bromden being targeted.
David Akopyan - The Wizard of Oz
I was recommended to this book by my little sister and big sister; they said it was a good book to read. After reading it, I can assure that their recommendation was good. I myself would recommend this book to anyone that asked me. It was a really easy read that I got done within two days and fully understood. I have never seen the movie because when I was five I went through about five minutes of the movie and got really bored and changed the channel to Nickelodeon. Now since i'm older I'll probably enjoy the movie a lot more.
Gabriel Obinyan - The Wonderful Wizard Of OZ
I chose to read this book because growing up as a smaller child i was absolutely in love with this movie. I went in to this book not too sure what to expect because I know that when movies are made from books lots of things are changed or moved around bu goodness some of the best parts of the book were totally different. This book to me was better then the movie and I would read it again just for the entertainment.
Gabriel Obinyan comment to David Akopyan's Wizard of Oz
The movie does start a little slow id agree with that. But once you watch it you will be hooked and really enjoy the movie i guarantee it
I chose to read "The Wizard of Oz" for two reasons: one, I could get it for free on my mother's Kindle, and two, I'm familiar with the movie.
I enjoyed the book immensely, but it surprised me in several respects. One was its length; the movie was quite time-consuming, but the book was so short! In addition, I found that many aspects of the movie (the parallel between the characters in Oz to those of Dorothy's home life, the fact that Dorothy was dreaming, etc.) were not found in the book, and vice versa. Also, I was interested to find that I actually enjoyed the movie more than the book, which is probably the first time in my life that's ever happened to me.
Sorry, I forgot to add my name! I'm McKayla Moors. (I'm the "Wizard of Oz" comment above.)
McKayla Moors' comment on "Laura Groot-The Wizard of Oz"
I agree! I found many differences between the movie in the book. For example, in the movie, they portray the characters in Oz (the Tin Man, the Lion, the Scarecrow, Glina, the Wicked Witch of the West, etc.) to be allegorical representations of the people in Dorothy's life (her uncles, the farm hand, her aunt, the crazy lady who wanted to kill her dog, etc.). In the book, that's not the same--in fact, Dorothy has only one uncle in the novel, and there is no crazy lady trying to kill Toto.
Also, in the movie, at the end it is revealed that the entire trip to Oz was just a dream. But in the book, it is implied that the adventure was real.
(Sorry if I just ruined the movie for anybody.)
Kathleen (Katie) Papka: The Wizard of Oz
I chose to read The Wizard of Oz because although everyone is familiar with the story, thanks to adaptations of other shows or copies, the last time I had seen the movie was when I was in preschool, so I could not quite remember all of the story. So I figured this was a great way to refresh myself on the original version. I did not know that it was originally a book, let alone a whole series, and although I have read Wicked, it relates little to Dorothy's actual journey. Reading this book was a great way for me to re-experience the same story that everyone loves.
Sterlin Waters: catch-22
I chose to read catch-22 because of the recommendations for it
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