http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/ Maw Books - book reviews, book recommendations, book lists, author interviews and more! Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:11:25 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc hourly 1 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185506 Anonymous Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:40:13 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185506 When I finished reading this book for my 10th grade English class I was filled with hope for the future of Junior and his best friend Rowdy. I'm aware that this book has brought up much controversy surrounding topics in the book which encompasses many mature themes such as masturbation, racism, and alcoholism to list a few. Yet none of it was just for the sake of throwing it into the pages of this book but instead to prove Alexie's points of how hard life is for this Indian boy trying his hardest to escape his home on the reservation and ultimately a fate that isn't for him. Parents should think more clearly about the message and about how in today's society hard topics such as these are real and prevalent and therefore should be taught to their children. When I finished reading this book for my 10th grade English class I was filled with hope for the future of Junior and his best friend Rowdy. I’m aware that this book has brought up much controversy surrounding topics in the book which encompasses many mature themes such as masturbation, racism, and alcoholism to list a few. Yet none of it was just for the sake of throwing it into the pages of this book but instead to prove Alexie’s points of how hard life is for this Indian boy trying his hardest to escape his home on the reservation and ultimately a fate that isn’t for him. Parents should think more clearly about the message and about how in today’s society hard topics such as these are real and prevalent and therefore should be taught to their children.

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185485 Jackie Chan Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:41:19 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185485 Although controversial at times, the book provides an insight into, for me, a largely unexplored culture. The topics, while inappropriate and suggestive to some, are a part of life and are important for children to understand. Overall, the book is well written and personally, I recommend it to anyone looking for a good read. Although controversial at times, the book provides an insight into, for me, a largely unexplored culture. The topics, while inappropriate and suggestive to some, are a part of life and are important for children to understand. Overall, the book is well written and personally, I recommend it to anyone looking for a good read.

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185206 #50 10th Grader Thu, 22 Sep 2011 13:24:25 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-185206 After finishing this book, I really began to start putting all the pieces together. This book is really more complex and touches on larger issues that the obvious ones. It is a very honest and interesting book because of the structure. Sherman Alexie never holds back and just lets his thoughts do the talking. The themes that it touches on such as identity and poverty really are inspirational. Junior is torn between a Indian living on the Reservation and just another kid going to an all white school. He often questions who he really is, but soon he learns to find a balance. The poverty on the Rez takes away so many opportunities for Junior that other white kids had. His beloved dog Oscar, was shot to death because of the cost of health care that they could not afford. Junior often misses multiple days of school because he does not have enough money for gas. In my opinion, I think that this book should not have been banned in a couple states because censorship is wrong. We must respect the freedom of speech and Sherman Alexie deserves his praise he has received. After finishing this book, I really began to start putting all the pieces together. This book is really more complex and touches on larger issues that the obvious ones. It is a very honest and interesting book because of the structure. Sherman Alexie never holds back and just lets his thoughts do the talking. The themes that it touches on such as identity and poverty really are inspirational. Junior is torn between a Indian living on the Reservation and just another kid going to an all white school. He often questions who he really is, but soon he learns to find a balance. The poverty on the Rez takes away so many opportunities for Junior that other white kids had. His beloved dog Oscar, was shot to death because of the cost of health care that they could not afford. Junior often misses multiple days of school because he does not have enough money for gas. In my opinion, I think that this book should not have been banned in a couple states because censorship is wrong. We must respect the freedom of speech and Sherman Alexie deserves his praise he has received.

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-184843 10th Grader Wed, 21 Sep 2011 02:39:03 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-184843 I read this book a few years ago, and just finished reading it again with my 10th grade English class. I enjoyed the book when I first read it, but in reading it the second time I realize how much I could have gotten from it. Sherman Alexie's book teaches hope and perseverance through the eyes of a boy who has many reasons to abandon both. This book introduces Native American culture from the inside, which is a perspective not widely noted in todays literature and society. It is hard to imagine what life would be like in Junior's shoes, but one must appreciate how strong he is to keep on going after everything he has been through. Overall I really enjoyed ATD and would greatly recommend it to anyone. I read this book a few years ago, and just finished reading it again with my 10th grade English class. I enjoyed the book when I first read it, but in reading it the second time I realize how much I could have gotten from it. Sherman Alexie’s book teaches hope and perseverance through the eyes of a boy who has many reasons to abandon both. This book introduces Native American culture from the inside, which is a perspective not widely noted in todays literature and society. It is hard to imagine what life would be like in Junior’s shoes, but one must appreciate how strong he is to keep on going after everything he has been through. Overall I really enjoyed ATD and would greatly recommend it to anyone.

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-161322 Rays A Queer Bag Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:52:51 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-161322 Hey Ray ur a fagget. Obviously your teacher didnt tell explain about the native american culture Hey Ray ur a fagget. Obviously your teacher didnt tell explain about the native american culture

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-138398 Ray Fri, 11 Mar 2011 01:01:23 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-138398 yeah umm we just read this in my contemporary teen lit class grades 11-12 and honestly.... this book made me cringe. the book in my opinion was for the most part boring. some parts were kind of weird. also the boy discreetly spreads an extremely racist outlook on his people. not to mention its chocked-full of stereotypes.... my overall opinion is: this book is a fail and probably should be banned.... yeah umm we just read this in my contemporary teen lit class grades 11-12 and honestly…. this book made me cringe. the book in my opinion was for the most part boring. some parts were kind of weird. also the boy discreetly spreads an extremely racist outlook on his people. not to mention its chocked-full of stereotypes…. my overall opinion is: this book is a fail and probably should be banned….

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-138396 Ray Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:59:37 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-138396 yeah umm we just read this in my conteporary teen lit class grades 11-12 and honestly.... this book made me cringe. the book in my opinion was for the most part boring. some parts were kind of weird. also the boy discreetly spreads an extremely racist outlook on his people. not to mention its chocked-full of stereotypes.... my overall opinion is: this book is a fail and probably should be banned.... yeah umm we just read this in my conteporary teen lit class grades 11-12 and honestly…. this book made me cringe. the book in my opinion was for the most part boring. some parts were kind of weird. also the boy discreetly spreads an extremely racist outlook on his people. not to mention its chocked-full of stereotypes…. my overall opinion is: this book is a fail and probably should be banned….

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-136330 me Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:32:39 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-136330 Hi, okay so when i first started reading this book, i actually hated it, but once i began reading more, and going back into the book puting things in a better perspective then i started like it more. The thing about this book that you should know is that at first it is kinda sorta weird, and you wanna stop reading but you cant so if you just keep on reading you will love it, honestly its like one of the bestest books i have ever read, and I HATE READING ! haha but go and read it, if you have read this review thank you and enjoy the book Hi, okay so when i first started reading this book, i actually hated it, but once i began reading more, and going back into the book puting things in a better perspective then i started like it more. The thing about this book that you should know is that at first it is kinda sorta weird, and you wanna stop reading but you cant so if you just keep on reading you will love it, honestly its like one of the bestest books i have ever read, and I HATE READING ! haha but go and read it, if you have read this review thank you and enjoy the book

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-124294 Taylor Fri, 07 Jan 2011 01:07:51 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-124294 I found this book hysterical as well as very serious. It really got all the points it was trying to make across. The way Alexie utilizes comedy is absolutely incredible. It teaches kids a lot of extremely important lessons as well, such as to treat one as you would treat yourself, to never judge a book by its cover, and to be tolerant of everybody. Overall I would recommend this book to literally anyone. I found this book hysterical as well as very serious. It really got all the points it was trying to make across. The way Alexie utilizes comedy is absolutely incredible. It teaches kids a lot of extremely important lessons as well, such as to treat one as you would treat yourself, to never judge a book by its cover, and to be tolerant of everybody. Overall I would recommend this book to literally anyone.

]]> http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-123649 A Night Owl Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:34:45 +0000 http://blog.mawbooks.com/2008/03/01/the-absolutely-true-diary-of-a-part-time-indian-by-sherman-alexie/#comment-123649 It's Me: I would argue that Sherman Alexie purposely used language that was closer to what a kid Junior's age would have used in order to make it realistic. Even if the book makes the deep issues that are in it seem less serious, the book does serve as a good jumping off point for deeper discussions on the aforementioned topics. At any rate, many books become famous solely because of the complex and subject matter contained in them. It’s Me: I would argue that Sherman Alexie purposely used language that was closer to what a kid Junior’s age would have used in order to make it realistic. Even if the book makes the deep issues that are in it seem less serious, the book does serve as a good jumping off point for deeper discussions on the aforementioned topics. At any rate, many books become famous solely because of the complex and subject matter contained in them.

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