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The Children's Storyby Clavell, JamesFirst Edition
Book DescriptionNew York: Delacorte Press, 1981 From the Publisher: "It was a simple incident in the life of James Clavell -- a talk with his young daughter just home from school -- that inspired this chilling tale of what could happen in twenty-five quietly devastating minutes. He writes, 'The Children's Story came into being that day. It was then that I really realized how vulnerable my child's mind was -- any mind, for that matter -- under controlled circumstances. Normally I write and rewrite and re-rewrite, but this story came quickly -- almost by itself. Barely three words were changed. It pleases me greatly because I kept asking the questions... Questions like, What's the use of 'I pledge allegiance' without understanding? Like Why is it so easy to divert thoughts? Like What is freedom? and Why is so hard to explain?" Thin book, slightly cocked. Unpaginated. The Children's Story keeps asking me all sorts of questions I cannot answer. Perhaps you can—then your child will....". First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Near Very Good. Bookseller Terms of SaleBooks may be returned within 10 business days if not as described for a full refund. Even more information about this bookSummary of The Children's StoryCustomer ReviewsOn Jun 8 2007, BeverleyBills said:  "As a James Clavell fan,I have read most of his books. This one is entirely different. It is tiny. Under 100 pages It addresses the rote learning experience in our schools and how easily young minds can be taken over. I believe every single American citizen and those wanting to be citizens should read this. We truly do not ubderstand and do not APPRECIATE what freedom is.....until it disappears!" Other Recommended Books
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