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Woman Writing 1934 Pablo Picasso |
I have always loved reading literature, and was looking
forward to English 102. I knew that the class would
force me to do something that I loved, and had put aside, because of other
responsibilities. I also wanted to be able to write with
confidence. After taking this class, one thing I am sure of, is that I will
never put reading, thinking and writing about literature aside again. From the
first day of class, Professor Brady, conveyed the reason why we read
literature, to be a part of humankind. Her lectures were profound. They were about life and the human condition. Although I am open and friendly,
I have never quite felt connected to many people around me. I’m not good at
chit-chat, and have always wanted to talk, listen and think about things that were of interest to me. With the range of literature that Professor Brady presented, I
feel fulfilled in life. I have made many friends in her class. I have joined the ranks of feminists along with, Charlotte Perkins Gillman, and Kate Chopin, who
have helped me to understand my feelings of oppression, and given me the
courage to stand up for myself. John Updike has supported my rebellious nature.
Antigone, Sophocle’s character has reassured me to not be timid, and boldly
stand up for wrongs in the world. Tennessee Williams, through his play,
“Streetcar Named Desire” has made me rethink the human condition, and how, and
why we deal with illusion, and reality. Julia Alvarez has spoken to me about
racism. The list of friends goes on. Thank you Professor Brady for introducing
me to people who have something to say. As far as my writing, Professor Brady has
dragged me behind a horse drawn carriage through cobblestone streets, kicking,
and screaming inside, writing, writing, writing, forcing me to think, and get
words out. I stand up, dust myself off, and realize, I am now a writer, a good
one, confident. Thank you again, Professor Brady. I leave this class a better human
being, connected, through literature.
This is extremely touching! You are a wonderful writer . A pleasure to have you in my class!
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