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A review by orlaburke
The Rights of the Reader by Daniel Pennac
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
3.75
This is not a children’s book, but I found it in the junior section of the library. It’s been on my to-read list for years, ever since I saw the Quentin Blake illustrated poster of Daniel Pennac’s 10 rules for readers; “The rights of the reader”.
Well the book is a rollercoaster. I looked over at my 4 and 8 year old while a read the first section, and regretted every time I deferred reading to them until later. When would be the last time they would take a picture book out and ask “Mammy, would you read this book to me?” When would the intimacy of those precious moments be lost forever?
I think if you never go beyond the illustrated poster you will be okay. You might just give yourself and the kids and young people in your life a break and allow reading for the pure joy of it.
But if you read this book, you may be pleasantly surprised and enjoy Pennac’s approach, humour and insights.
Well the book is a rollercoaster. I looked over at my 4 and 8 year old while a read the first section, and regretted every time I deferred reading to them until later. When would be the last time they would take a picture book out and ask “Mammy, would you read this book to me?” When would the intimacy of those precious moments be lost forever?
I think if you never go beyond the illustrated poster you will be okay. You might just give yourself and the kids and young people in your life a break and allow reading for the pure joy of it.
But if you read this book, you may be pleasantly surprised and enjoy Pennac’s approach, humour and insights.