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How & Why We Read

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Mr. Benton

Posted in Instructive | Tagged authorial intent, literature, reading

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Word of the Day

contrite
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 13, 2025 is: contrite • \kun-TRYTE\ • adjective Contrite is a formal adjective used to describe someone who feels regret for their bad behavior, or something, such as an apology, that shows such regret. // Although the mayor appeared contrite about the most recent scandal plaguing city hall, […]

Quote of the Day

Alexis de Tocqueville
"There are many men of principle in both parties in America, but there is no party of principle."

Poem of the Day

Adrienne Rich: “This Evening Let’s”

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