Changing Views on Humanities in The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein

Welty describes the first steps of reading as “human, but inward...It is to me the voice of the story or poem itself” (Welty 11). Picking up from my knowledge of personification, I gained a new perspective on how books play an impact on how one thinks when reading a piece, as it describes the voice of the book as a human. Having said, this gave me the idea that books establish a personal connection between itself and the reader. Following through with the next chapter, Welty recognizes the value of the summer trips she experienced with her family. She makes an interesting analogy between her trips and reading by calling them “stories. Not only in form, but in their taking on direction, movement, development, change...each trip made its particular revelation, though I could not have found words for it” (68). Connecting this to the title of chapter two, “Learning to See” when reading requires looking closely at the small details and soaking it in, in a way that one can look back upon it later. Once one starts to carefully listen and look at the fluidity and rich ingredients a book has, he/she can find their own voice, which leads into the next chapter. Reading spurs imagination which then allows one to explore their own inner being. Welty best describes her encounter of this by explaining “my imagination takes its strength and guides its direction from what I see and hear and

When I found out that I had to read and write a paper prior to our first summer class, I was not too thrilled. However, once I began to sit down and immerse myself in this book, I did not find myself putting it down anytime soon. To be honest, I have not read anything like this book before. The work definitely struck me, raised questions, and made me think a lot outside of this book.

The most significant part of the entire text is that most of the readers will never feel the pain of author. The ability not to be able to relate and understand someone’s struggle is very impactful.

I believe anyone who reads this book will be made to stop and think about their contribution to the suffering of the world. It is extremely thought provoking book; it makes you question how society functions and the life you live. This is a dominant theme in all RE classrooms. It is imperative that pupils think of the world they live in and how they can help make it a better place.

While perusing this book, I additionally could investigate myself also. It truly made me consider my association with my brother. This truly made me think how there are minutes when I truly am clashed about our relationship, however at last I understand that I show improvement over most children out there. It likewise made me consider what's truly out there. I started to end up contemplating a place where I can go to discover my self-confidence and peace. This book is significant to me essentially in view of reality of the story. The story and story of Chris McCandless and how he carried on with his life. It made me truly consider the amount he and his family experienced, most importantly, what they should at present be experiencing. It made me truly acknowledge and acknowledge how essential fraternity and family truly is to me. Family is something that can't be supplanted and ought to be held imperative above everything. I read this book just about a 2 weeks prior regardless it makes me consider what I am doing each day. It truly made me consider that family is super imperative and ought to be dealt with all things considered. It made me understand that on the off chance that you need anything, you should procure it

The Last Lecture made me rethink the priorities in my own life. After reading the book, I feel as if I now have a better understanding of just how important life is and how quickly it can be taken

Most of his books are memories and recollections from his childhood were creativity he findings about himself, his family, and his place in society and his own society, and a greater role as a teacher and as an educator to his students. He desires to be the influence of a significant sector of

The works he selected for our syllabus have been engaging and challenging, covering topics from climate change to assisted suicide. In class, we deconstruct the pieces to construct our viewpoints. How does the author get you to feel invested in the characters? Why did they place this quote here, instead of at the piece’s beginning? How did they get access? Why is their view so sympathetic? Is it too sympathetic? What is this piece’s audience?

Welty describes the first steps of reading as “human, but inward...It is to me the voice of the story or poem itself” (Welty 11). Picking up from my knowledge of personification, I gained a new perspective on how books play an impact on how one thinks when reading a piece, as it describes the voice of the book as a human. Having said, this gave me the idea that books establish a personal connection between itself and the reader. Following through with the next chapter, Welty recognizes the value of the summer trips she experienced with her family. She makes an interesting analogy between her trips and reading by calling them “stories. Not only in form, but in their taking on direction, movement, development, change...each trip made its particular revelation, though I could not have found words for it” (68). Connecting this to the title of chapter two, “learning to see” when reading requires looking closely at the small details and soaking it in, in a way that one can look back upon it later. Once one starts to carefully listen and look at the fluidity and rich ingredients a book has, he/she can find their own voice, which leads into the next chapter. Reading spurs imagination which then allows one to explore their own inner being. Welty best describes her encounter of this by explaining “my imagination takes its strength and guides its direction from what

Finally, In my essay, after reading the textbook and watching the video, I think all of the LOGOS, PATHOS, and ETHOS are essential

Therefore, this literary journey begins here, with this class. Which, causes fear of what is to come. Nevertheless, feeling inadequate and unprepared in the face of this quest, the saddle shall be mounted, the helmet donned, and the reigns held for dear life as this journey begins. This writer promises to be engaged and hopes to be able to present ideas, arguments, and comments that are worthy of

This novel greatly broadened my view of the world and emphasized that no one can truly understand another person without having gone through the same circumstances and having the same perspectives in life. I

By participating in this learning assignment, the opportunity to increase self-awareness and critical thinking was presented, and it allowed for this student to hear two different arguments that supported the same cause. It is always interesting to sit in a room with fellow students and discuss how the same material that has been read can be processed differently. This student was able to relate this learning to the group

Stephen Hawking is mentioned in Garth Stein’s novel The Art of Racing in the Rain. Hawking is mentioned during chapter fifty six when Enzo’s owner, Denny, is on trial for raping an underage girl. Enzo dreams that he is put on the stand to testify on behalf of Denny’s character. However Enzo is still a dog and not able to speak. Due to Enzo’s inability to speak he is allowed to use the same machine that renowned scientist, Stephen Hawking uses. Stephen Hawking had ALS and as the disease progressed he gradually lost control over the majority of his body. A computer programmer allowed Hawking to use a type of text to speech device controlled by head and eye movement. (hawking.org.uk)

When reading this I was amazed by her used of vivid imagery. She paints the picture so well that I felt I was reading something she wrote right on the spot. After finishing the essay her attention to detail was impeccable but the most significant one in my opinion was sight.