The plot line, characters, and themes of this book were compellingly written and co3 STARS • THOUGHT-PROVOKING, CHARACTER-DRIVEN, FLUFFY ___________
The plot line, characters, and themes of this book were compellingly written and complex; however, they were out shadowed by unnecessary details that just fluffed up the story to 400 pages. And the fact that Forster took the pain to describe so much information that he never tied into the plot or characters significantly caused me to lose trust with him which are me lose interest in what was going on.Seriously,this book could be cut down to 200 pages and have just as much depth without the side comments that caused it to drag.
That being said, I have read FAR more boring books (*cough cough*Father Brown), and it was overall a medium-pace book that kept me engaged because of the character insights and impactful meaning (plus: I always love some legal drama, of course). Also, some of Forster’s writing, like the descriptions of India in the first chapter, is poetic and alluring.
By day the blue will pale down into white where it touches the white of the land, after sunset it has a new circumference—orange, melting upwards into tenderest purple. But the core of blue persists, so it is by night. Then the stars hang mine lamps from the immense vault. The distance between the valut and them is as nothing to the distance behind them, and that farther distance, though beyond color, last freed itself from blue.
Ultimately,what made this book get more than 2 stars but thechallenging and memorablediscussion it raised in my class (this was a school read). We discussed the culture differences of the English to India and individualism vs peace at all costs; the division of religions in India that was displayed in the book; the racial conflicts and whether England’s position was justified. So even though we barely discussed the plot at all, my class had one of our best discussions.
I would have to call it a must-read for that very reason —- but also I highly recommend you read this through a book club or along other people. You will get far more out of it! ____________
TW // Mention of sexual assault, but not described (mild); CW // Xenophobia (prejudice), racism, racial slurs, some sexism...more
Everyone loves this book but for entirely opposite reasons.
Why? I think it’s fundamentally because Orwell mainly opposes what we all hate (if you havEveryone loves this book but for entirely opposite reasons.
Why? I think it’s fundamentally because Orwell mainly opposes what we all hate (if you have any care for the betterment of society)— totalitarianism.
And then, he *seemingly* leaves up the critique of political systems for people to decide. Or so it seems, as some people quote this book as outrightly anti-communist/socialist (because those are the same thing, right?), and then other people quote this as outrightly anti-capitalist.
But, I think Orwelldideither have a purpose to refute one of those political systems, or he didn’t want to refute either at all.
I encourage everyone after this book to read it with an open mind, and then research about it. You can disagree with Orwell, of course! But make sure youknowwhat he’s actually saying before you agree/disagree.
So, expect an actual review after I follow my own advice above^^:)...more
A review I wrote a long time ago after reading the book:
The Resistance is about a Jewish girl who fights in resistances against the3.5 STARS
A review I wrote a long time ago after reading the book:
The Resistance is about a Jewish girl who fights in resistances against the Nazis.
It was really interesting, and worthwhile, but hard to get through. The culture was so rich and incredibly on point, at least to my knowledge. And the writing style is really good and descriptive but not overbearing.
The plot could just be… heavy sometimes. It was exciting in a way, but there was always something depressing happening. It wasn’t graphic or anything (nothing beyond Marvel). And understandably, there was no humor and could be sad sometimes.
And the protagonist, annoyingly, hardly made any mistakes and was always super tough and unrelatable, except at the end. There was only one character that I liked entirely, who had a beautiful and touching character arc.
My favorite part was the bravery and willfulness and persistence that came through. Resistance showed that no matter how large the unfairness and cruelty of what the Nazis, there will always be people fighting for good, and that was a really wondering message.
So, it was a worthwhile, eye-opening, and soul-cutting read that would recommend if you are prepared that it isn’t an easy one....more
I rate this four stars for the raw facts that it’s an important satire essay by a brilliant satirist who raised his voi4 STARS • SATIRE AT ITS RIPEST
I rate this four stars for the raw facts that it’s an important satire essay by a brilliant satirist who raised his voice against the tyranny and injustice in his society.
This essay only came when pigheaded England refused to listen to Jonathan Swift when he protested through essays of straightforward, plain logic. That’s when Swift realized he had toagreewith them first, then exaggerate their reasoning, and let it blow up in their faces. He crafts this using the deep and often-misunderstood techniques of irony, sarcasm, and wit to produce a satire that isundeniably unforgettable,if it can’t be called anything else.
So, did this make an impact on my life, though? Oh yeah. Did it raise important questions and deep discussions among my peers? Absolutely. Do I think it’s a must-read for everyone, at some point in their life? Yes.
But is it repulsive?Yep.Of course it is. And I honestly hope you find that it is absolutely horrendous. Because that’s the entire point of (most) satire:It’s supposed to feel wrong.
So will I ever read this again? Haha.Absolutely not.
But Iwillreflect upon it when I need to feel the disgusting taste of tyranny and discrimination, and the desolation yet desperation of the poverty-stricken. This essay will remind you not to numb to such things, but use the natural revulsion you feel as fuel to stand up against injustice. ___________
*Again*, It is all for satirical purposes, but FYI.....TW // Cannibalism, child abuse...more
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