Joy and sadness
The narrator (unnamed) and Jamie are two boys who enjoy most experiences in life. The taste of wild blackberries picked on a warm summers day is one of those experiences which fill them with joy. Jamie is an extravert who enjoys fooling around and playing jokes on people. Each event for him is filled with larger than life exuberance. The narrator enjoys his best friend's antics, but is more reserved. Together the two boys form a team, though Jamie is the clear leader. Life proceeds fine, but soon fate is to change for Jamie and the reality of sadness will soon enter the boy's world.
This book has a strong theme of grief and coping with the trials of life. The possibility of death is strongly emphasized. The story avoids a morose or mawkish atmosphere, but simply states the facts as they are. This books approaches such heavy subjects with the innocence of a child, but also provides basic information, such as the comfort and consolation that can be gained from the company of a good mother or father. The possibility of religion comforting grief is raised, but only in a slightly dismissive and passing way. This is an unusual book and would enhance any young persons library. It is ideal for children, especially boys, aged 10 to 12 years.
Joy and sadness
The narrator (unnamed) and Jamie are two boys who enjoy most experiences in life. The taste of wild blackberries picked on a warm summers day is one of those experiences which fill them with joy. Jamie is an extravert who enjoys fooling around and playing jokes on people. Each event for him is filled with larger than life exuberance. The narrator enjoys his best friend's antics, but is more reserved. Together the two boys form a team, though Jamie is the clear leader. Life proceeds fine, but soon fate is to change for Jamie and the reality of sadness will soon enter the boy's world.
This book has a strong theme of grief and coping with the trials of life. The possibility of death is strongly emphasized. The story avoids a morose or mawkish atmosphere, but simply states the facts as they are. This books approaches such heavy subjects with the innocence of a child, but also provides basic information, such as the comfort and consolation that can be gained from the company of a good mother or father. The possibility of religion comforting grief is raised, but only in a slightly dismissive and passing way. This is an unusual book and would enhance any young persons library. It is ideal for children, especially boys, aged 10 to 12 years.
Joy and sadness
The narrator (unnamed) and Jamie are two boys who enjoy most experiences in life. The taste of wild blackberries picked on a warm summers day is one of those experiences which fill them with joy. Jamie is an extravert who enjoys fooling around and playing jokes on people. Each event for him is filled with larger than life exuberance. The narrator enjoys his best friend's antics, but is more reserved. Together the two boys form a team, though Jamie is the clear leader. Life proceeds fine, but soon fate is to change for Jamie and the reality of sadness will soon enter the boy's world.
This book has a strong theme of grief and coping with the trials of life. The possibility of death is strongly emphasized. The story avoids a morose or mawkish atmosphere, but simply states the facts as they are. This books approaches such heavy subjects with the innocence of a child, but also provides basic information, such as the comfort and consolation that can be gained from the company of a good mother or father. The possibility of religion comforting grief is raised, but only in a slightly dismissive and passing way. This is an unusual book and would enhance any young persons library. It is ideal for children, especially boys, aged 10 to 12 years.
Joy and sadness
The narrator (unnamed) and Jamie are two boys who enjoy most experiences in life. The taste of wild blackberries picked on a warm summers day is one of those experiences which fill them with joy. Jamie is an extravert who enjoys fooling around and playing jokes on people. Each event for him is filled with larger than life exuberance. The narrator enjoys his best friend's antics, but is more reserved. Together the two boys form a team, though Jamie is the clear leader. Life proceeds fine, but soon fate is to change for Jamie and the reality of sadness will soon enter the boy's world.
This book has a strong theme of grief and coping with the trials of life. The possibility of death is strongly emphasized. The story avoids a morose or mawkish atmosphere, but simply states the facts as they are. This books approaches such heavy subjects with the innocence of a child, but also provides basic information, such as the comfort and consolation that can be gained from the company of a good mother or father. The possibility of religion comforting grief is raised, but only in a slightly dismissive and passing way. This is an unusual book and would enhance any young persons library. It is ideal for children, especially boys, aged 10 to 12 years.
So long ago!
I remember reading this book when I was about 9 or 10 years old for a school assignment.Im now 25 yers old and as far as I can remember this was a good yet touching book!
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