miaraszewski

I think that the idea that it is up to us to appreciate abstract art is so poignant in so many things – especially in the ability to accept and enjoy art. To come to a piece of art already cynical what can you expect to receive apart from a negative experience? Just as if you expect your day to be boring, and uneventful the likelihood of this being true is greatly increased.

I must admit reading your heading had me automatically on the defence, how could anyone call Harry Potter unremarkable! but after reading your article i couldn’t agree more – it is his normalcy, his inability to perfect every spell that makes all his triumphs all the more amazing.

As someone who is extremely guilty of re-reading I actually found this article in some aspects very familiar and in others quite in comprehensive. I say guilty because the main reason for my re-reading is stress, and procrastination. Anyone who knows me will immediately understand that I am feeling anxious about something or in dire need of a reminder of a better time. I understand re-reading for the purposes of furthering ones knowledge, but for me it is purely pleasure. I could also argue that knowing what is about to happen in some ways increases suspense as you are waiting each page for your favourite character to die, or for the tear jerking confession of irrevocable love. Very thought provoking thanks !