Being consistent during the quarantine
Here's a list of books that high school students should read to stay engaged.
As you self-quarantine through the coronavirus pandemic, there is no better way to escape than reading some awesome books. With many libraries and bookstores closed, high school students can access hardcopy or e-books by ordering them online. While it's tempting for students to slack off, reading one of these books will help you expand your perspective. Reading best-sellers can help you increase your vocabulary as you prepare to take the SAT or ACT. When you are reading, make a list of words that you do not know but check the definitions later.
East of Eden by John Steinbeck- East of Eden is a story that consists of the Trasks and the Hamiltons. Steinbeck explores topics such as love, guilt, and freedom as he tells a story that is comparable to the biblical story of Cain and Abel. If you love the scenery of California, you should read this book!
This Side of Paradise by F. Scott Fitzgerald - If you read “The Great Gatsby” you will definitely love this book. The story focuses on the life of Amory Blaine as he becomes an adult. It goes back from his days in prep school to New York. The story also includes Armory's adventures and career dreams. If you like poetry then you will enjoy this story.
Dalloway by Virginia Woolfe - Clarissa Dalloway, the main character of the story, is an upper-class woman in post-World War I England, as she is getting ready for a dinner gathering. The book displays the Feminist Movement.
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott-The novel follows four sisters, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, as well as their mother Marmee- throughout different stages of life. Since 1868 Little Women has become one of America's most widely read novels. Would you like to learn more about Louisa May Alcott? Experience a virtual tour of the author’s home.
Dubliners by James Joyce - If you like short stories, read Dubliners. The novel was published in 1914 and focuses on middle-class life in Dublin.
The Yellow House: A Memoir by Sarah M. Broom - The Yellow House is the story of people who live in a home in New Orleans as well as the surroundings of the city. The story is based on a first person’s point of view towards the history of New Orleans. The novel describes the inequalities that serve as the background of the author's childhood.
The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz by Erik Larson - Larson, who wrote, "The Devil in the White Cry" publishes the story of Winston Churchill. Larson's narrative sheds light on Churchill's political career. If you are intrigued by the life of Winston Churchill you should definitely read this story.
The Mirror & The Light by Hilary Mantel - This story brings a close to the Tudor trilogy. The first two books in the series- Wolf Hall and Bring Up the Bodies follow the life of Thomas Cromwell’s rise to King Henry VIII's court. Mantel's novel describes Cromwell’s fall from the top.
Normal People by Sally Rooney - Rooney writes about financial insecurities and the hardship of college. According to the New York Times,” there is nothing special about Rooney’s sentences, except the way she throws them.”
The Man in the Red Coat by Julian Barnes- Barnes describes the story of Dr. Pozzi, a gynecologist. Barnes gives the author a tour of Paris during the 18th century. The novel describes the life of a character that people do not remember.
As a student, this is not a time to slack off and watch Netflix or play video games. Not only should you
continue to do your assignments as requested by your teacher but also look at expanding your mind by
reading books. If you have any questions feel free to contact us. Strive For Success!
