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The Devil's Arithmetic Analysis

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Contradicting the glowing reviews of this novel, there are many things that can be improved about The Devil’s Arithmetic by Jane Yolen. The point of view, as it came from a twelve year old, withheld some important points and perspectives. Although it gave an opportunity for some serious character development, certain scenes were trivialized, such as the dinner. Hannah described her discomfort for most of the time instead of focusing on the importance and meaning of certain moments. Because of this, the reader doesn’t have an opportunity to learn more about modern Jewish tradition, something that seems almost obvious to have in this type of book. Although the concept of time- travel and her disappearing memories were very interesting, one doesn’t

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