Author (last name first):
Caravantes, Peggy
Publisher, Date of Publication:
Morgan Rynolds Publishing/2011
Grade Level/ or Age Level:
3rd and Up
Classification:
Non-Fiction
I enjoyed reading this book because of its theme and the main character's story. The author provided a succinct, but detailed description of Ralph Waldo Emerson from birth to death.
Controversy and a belief in self reliance have a long history together. Through time, those who stand apart from the crowd and have different beliefs, ideologies and such are usually persecuted. The concept of man is a powerful, divine soul was what Emerson believed. Dependence on the self was the same as dependence on soul. Since the soul was created by God, reliance on the self was ultimately reliance on God. Even though other felt angst about Emerson's beliefs, he chose to be oblivious to them and their harsh words. The Straight forward, understandable word choice and sentence structure will appeal to children. Children will learn to trust their convictions. A child who reads this book will hopefully learn to seek help when he/she needs it. Also, children will learn to stand up for their beliefs, especially when pressured by peers to make bad choices.
Reviewed By: Tomii Adelakum (Midwestern State University Student)
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