Hi There,
I have never read this book but it has been mentioned lately several times around my 14 yr old daughter. She surprised me by checking it out of the library yesterday and declaring that this was going to be the next book she read after Mary Bunyan. That is quite a contrast. i did snatch the book and flip through it, and I know it's a classic, but I see some swear words and mature content in it (rape).
For those who have read the book, would you hand this to a 14 yr old? What is the redeeming (if any) thing about this book that makes is a "must read" to so many?
I never read it nor did my husband, so I know you can survive without it. Is the movie better than the book in this case? I do recall seeing the movie when I was young, but I don't think I really understood the movie or the message as much as seeing Gregory Peck perform (my favorite actor when I was young).
Thanks for any guidance!
Betty