Book 4 Chapter 6 Section 1-17 George Orwell’s Animal Farm is an allegorical novel about the revolt of a group of farm animals against their human rulers. The revolution promises freedom and equality for all. ”All animals are equal” being one of the 7 commandments that unite the animals against their common enemy (humans!). But soon the utopia turns sour as the … Continue reading »
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I was there the day the strength of Men failed
Book 4 Chapter 5 Section 1-19 Elrond: “Who will you look to when we’ve gone? The Dwarves? They toil away in caverns, seeking riches. They care nothing for the troubles of others.” Gandalf: “It is in Men that we must place our hope.” Elrond: “Men? Men are weak. The Blood of Numenor is all but … Continue reading »
The Wonder Years
Book 4 Chapter 4 Section 1-15 The Wonder Years tells the story of Kevin Arnold, a likable kid who lives in 1960s suburban America. The show plays out the life of this young boy as he discovers romance, adolescence and friendship against a backdrop of family tensions and social unrest. With its mix of humour, … Continue reading »
