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Hey /lit/, what's your opinion on this book?

>> No.4070905

I can confirm that yes, I did read it in school as well.

>> No.4070912

>>4070902
I kind of always figured that it was just taught because of the ridiculously easy symbolism; you know, to introduce high school freshmen to the concept. I didn't hate it or anything, but I didn't like it very much either.

>> No.4070928

>>4070912
It does have very clear and iconic symbols, much the same as 1984 does.

But beyond that, you must admit it is rather apropos for high schoolers, a bunch of teenage kids constantly feeling at odds with society, thinking they're being held back by all these conventions and structures that predate them.

>> No.4071049

I think there are also other elements to it. Some things about the sublime.

>> No.4071054

I liked the atmosphere but the narrative and plot stagnates a bit. Poor piggy.

>> No.4071080

>>4071054
Can you recommend any other books with a similar atmosphere?

>> No.4072303

>>4070902
It's a good little book with interesting characters, but don't believe the hype. It's worth reading, you won't regret it but it's not essential read or anything.