![]() ![]() ![]() Those who persevere, however, will find much to reward them, and much that's surprisingly resonant with today's experiences. ![]() Many young readers, however, particularly those reading the book under duress as a school assignment, may not have attained the perspective to appreciate some of its finer points, from the complexity of its characters and their circumstances to the quality of the writing, which is far more rich and dense than today's typical fare. Mencken famously remarked, "No romantic novel ever written in America, by man or woman, is one half so beautiful as 'My Antonia,'" and there are plenty who agree with him. Though it's not an easy read for teen, adults often report that they appreciate this book more when they revisit it later in life. ![]()
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