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Dead Poets Society

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by N.H. Kleinbaum

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Did this book come before or after the movie?
Amy It came after, though it was based on an earlier version of the script so there are different scenes in the book compared to the movie.
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Archita Mitra Mr. Perry undoubtedly. He wanted the best for his son but couldn't see that his aspirations were suffocating Neil. Neil says he feels "trapped", and h…moreMr. Perry undoubtedly. He wanted the best for his son but couldn't see that his aspirations were suffocating Neil. Neil says he feels "trapped", and his parents instead of trying to help their son try to force their dreams on him. Mr. Keating, on the other hand, encourages Neil to chase his own dreams and confront his demons. He advises him to talk to his father, and compliments him on his performance. His father drags him away. Neil's grades weren't falling. If Mr. Perry had allowed Neil to continue acting on the side as long as he manages his education, he could have saved his son's life. (less)
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I know this book came out after the movie, and like normal people do, I usually read the book first but I'm not sure about this one, so what should I do firts: read the book or watch the movie?
books movie first i think! For me i agree I always read the book first but I'm glad I didn't with this one. Its quite a short book so watch the movie and se…moremovie first i think! For me i agree I always read the book first but I'm glad I didn't with this one. Its quite a short book so watch the movie and see if u like it first as the book is extremely similar to the movie!(less)
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I consider myself to be a huge fan of this movie, do you think as someone who's practically obsessed with this film, I'll enjoy this book?
MySmallReadingCorner I personally really loved the book after seeing the movie, but I have also seen haters
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is this book similar to the movie as far as cleanliness goes? or is there more mature themes?
skyler mendez It is very similar for the movie but with a few extra scenes. As for cleaness there is one scene at the party that is very creepy/weird.
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