Me: Realism is a movement in American literature when authors tried to use imagery to create a vivid picture of a scene. You need to remember that television wasn't invented yet, so many people liked all the time these authors spent on the little details to paint a picture of the scene.
Anonymous AP Student: So, I have a question. Since we have television now, why do people still write books? Can't they just make movies instead? It seems like writers are just wasting a lot of paper.
Me: (Pregnant pause) Well.....some people like to read. Apparently not you, however.
(Did I mention this was in an AP class???)
Anonymous AP Student: So, I have a question. Since we have television now, why do people still write books? Can't they just make movies instead? It seems like writers are just wasting a lot of paper.
Me: (Pregnant pause) Well.....some people like to read. Apparently not you, however.
(Did I mention this was in an AP class???)
2 Comments:
Maggie, aren't you're supposed to teach them the wonders of books? Or not. Screw 'em.
Anyway, I wanted to tell you that I listened to the Andrew Bird album last night and I really like it. I think it's pretty interesting. Thanks!
I think if I keep reading your blog, I'm going to have even more reason to question my current career choice of book editor. That said, straighten these kids out. You can do it.
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