The G's

1. "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee     I have previously read "To Kill a Mockingbird" by  Harper Lee during subbie year for our banned book project. However, I do not think I captured the book's full meaning and would like to re-read it. Harper's timeless classic is an amazing book and a must-read for every high school student. Set in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama, during the 1930s, the novel explores themes of racial injustice, moral growth, and empathy through the eyes of young Scout Finch. As you follow Scout's journey alongside her father, the noble lawyer Atticus Finch, you'll gain valuable insights into courage, integrity, and the complexities of human nature. 2. "The Thief" by Megan Whalen Turner      This book was one of the many that I found earlier this year while looking for a good book related to "The False Prince" by Jennifer A Nielsen, which you should also check out because it's an amazing book. &

The book A Long Walk to Freedom  written by Nelson Mandela chronicles Mandela's journey from being a young boy in a remote village in South Africa to becoming a leader of one of the most significant political movements in the 20th century. The book is a compelling statement showing his resilience, courage, and his strong commitment to justice and equality. The first part of the book focuses on his childhood and early years, noting that he grew up in a rural area of South Africa. He describes the traditions and customs of his tribe, the  Xhosa people. Mandela was born into authority, but his father's death and a series of misfortunes led to his upbringing under his uncle's care. The book then takes us to when he was living in Johannesburg, where he worked as a law clerk while studying at the University of South Africa. The white minority government continued to introduce repressing laws aimed at enforcing racial segregation and maintaining white control under resources in th