Reviews tagging 'Racial slurs'
World of Wonders: In Praise of Fireflies, Whale Sharks, and Other Astonishments by Aimee Nezhukumatathil
4 reviews
00phantom's review
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
Such a wonderful exploration of one woman’s experience of nature through her life. So thought provoking and inspiring. Makes me re-commited to learning everything I can about my native wildlife so my children will not grow up without words for the nature around them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Racial slurs
honeycupreads's review
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
This is one of the most beautiful pieces of art that I have ever had the pleasure of viewing. It was a random pick up from my local library because I wanted to learn about the beautiful creatures on the cover but I learned so much more than just that. This book is beautifully written and each chapter fully pulled me in. The emotions I felt while reading this book are truly indescribable and I’m grateful that I decided to bring it home with me to read. I found myself having to stop due to the overwhelming emotions this book pulled out of me. You can tell every story, every word, every creature were so thoughtfully picked. This is a book about life, love, and wonder. I think this is a book that everyone should read because you can truly learn so much. I fell in love with this book and I believe I will treasure it for the rest of my life. Aimee Nezhukumatathil is truly an amazing writer and storyteller and I don’t think I could have any more wonderful things to say about this book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Racism, Racial slurs, and Xenophobia
featherinthewind's review
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
This was an amazing read and it really made me look back and reflect on how I was raised in the south
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Misogyny, Grief, Racial slurs, and Racism
nodogsonthemoon's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Racism, and Racial slurs
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