Review: The Getting of Wisdom
The Getting of Wisdom by Henry Handel RichardsonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Despite its being published more than a hundred years ago, the central theme of this book: that of the effects of peer pressure: is still very relevant in today's society.
Essentially, this is a compelling volume about an intelligent, sensitive girl's initiation into a society populated by self-seeking, egotistic individuals.
Laura, a country girl, is sent to a boarding where (social) class consciousness is of paramount significance. Her own temperament and upbringing make her a target. Ultimately, she is released from this unpleasantness on the day she leaves; not surprisingly, her experience is indelibly etched into her psyche.
It is a powerful book that has earned its reputation as a classic.
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Your thinking makes sense, Kate. Human nature seems to change very slowly, if at all.
It makes us wonder how much society has changed in all these years, doesn't it? Perhaps cyber bullying is a current day addition to older forms of intimidation?