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Originally Posted by HarryT
I wouldn't. As I've stated previously, I'm a great believer in the idea that classics ("moldy oldies", as you call them, Jon) should be taught in schools. Let children read modern books for pleasure in their own time.
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I guess since you think that the whole purpose of a literature class is to teach cultural history, this makes sense. To me, the purpose of a literature class is to teach/discuss literature. Literature isn't confined to books that were written over 100 years ago, is it?
Shari