...little pigs and big bad wolves ...Fairy tales have been an integral part of childhood for hundreds of years. But what do they really mean? In this award-winning work of criticism renowned psychoanalyst Dr Bruno Bettelheim presents a thought provoking and stimulating exploration of the best-known fairy stories. He reveals the true content of the stories and shows how children can use them to cope with their baffling emotions and anxieties.
Advantages: An honest, hard-hitting account Disadvantages: none
...Bruno - larger than life and fighting back.
Frank Bruno - what can I say?! For those of you old enough to remember this character and appreciate him as one of Britain's national treasures, this book is a must read.
I have never really been a great boxing fan but there was something about Bruno that drew me towards the sport. Was it his fabulous laugh and one-liners, his rapport with Harry or the family guy who had a stage presence bigger than life itself? Who knows maybe it's a combination of all the above.
I was fortunate enough to be in the audience with many boxing fans at the BIC (Bournemouth) on the 11th July 2008. Why? A great present I found by accident for my partner (who use to box when younger and loves the sport) - A Sporting Speakers Evening with Ricky Hitman Hatton and Frank Bruno. So why am I talking about...
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Advantages: Simple, wonderfully written Disadvantages: Sad
...that if you do read the book you will go on a journey with a nine year old boy and sooner or later you will arrive at a fence. (This is not a book for nine-year-olds though.) It does not say anything about the fence other than that fences like this exist all over the world.
After reading the book I see why so little is given away on the cover. It is the kind of book that you can read without knowing anything about, yet still find it an enjoyable read.
The Book People Magazine, however, did indicate that the story was set in Europe and that it was about two young boys and their journey together. The first paragraph of the book tells of one day when Bruno (the first young boy whom we meet in the story - he's also the main character) arrived from school to find of all his belongings being packed into boxes. Bruno is very upset to learn...
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Advantages: extremely thought provoking Disadvantages: being an adult
..., but in this case we think it would spoil the reading of the book. We think it is important that you start to read without knowing what its about"
I have to admit it was the air of mystery, that persuaded me to purchase the book. Curiosity got the better of me, and I found myself parting with £4.99 and preparing to engross myself in the book completely.
For fear of giving too much away, and spoiling the tale for future readers, I really am quite limited in what I can say.
The story is written in third person, and upon beginning the book you find yourself embarking on a journey with a nine year old boy called Bruno. Bruno's an innocent and endearing character who is easy to warm to. His nine year old mind is filled with curiosity and questions. In his innocent mind, his biggest problems are his older sister who he refers to as a "hopeless...
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