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A review by chuskeyreads
The Rights of the Reader by Daniel Pennac
4.0
Daniel Pennac, the self-proclaimed defender of literary liberties, takes us on a whimsical journey through the joyous world of reading in this quirky little treatise. Pennac's manifesto is like a breath of fresh air in a world where reading feels more like a chore. Drawing from his own mishaps and triumphs as a reader, parent, and teacher in the wilds of Paris, he makes a compelling case for the simple act of diving headfirst into a good book without worrying about literary choices or intellectual prowess.
With a illustrations by Quentin Blake – yes, that Quentin Blake, of Roald Dahl illustration fame – The Rights of the Reader feels less like a stuffy lecture and more like a cozy chat with your wacky uncle who's convinced that books are the answer to all of life's mysteries (spoiler alert: they're not, but they sure make the journey a heck of a lot more entertaining).
So, if you're tired of feeling like you need a permission slip from the literary gods to crack open a book and actually enjoy it, then Pennac's guide to reading is the perfect antidote. Just don't be surprised if you find yourself nodding along, chuckling at his anecdotes, and secretly plotting your next escape into the pages of a good story. After all, it's your right as a reader – embrace it, my friends.
With a illustrations by Quentin Blake – yes, that Quentin Blake, of Roald Dahl illustration fame – The Rights of the Reader feels less like a stuffy lecture and more like a cozy chat with your wacky uncle who's convinced that books are the answer to all of life's mysteries (spoiler alert: they're not, but they sure make the journey a heck of a lot more entertaining).
So, if you're tired of feeling like you need a permission slip from the literary gods to crack open a book and actually enjoy it, then Pennac's guide to reading is the perfect antidote. Just don't be surprised if you find yourself nodding along, chuckling at his anecdotes, and secretly plotting your next escape into the pages of a good story. After all, it's your right as a reader – embrace it, my friends.