Edward Brown answers “Haven't read this but not likely to. The...”

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Haven't read this but not likely to. The mere fact that he stole from people that worked hard for what they had...the fact that for 27 years this community in Maine lived in fear because of these unsolved burglaries that he committed is beyond shameful. He didn't live off the grid. He lived off of other people who worked for a living. "He survived by his wits and courage" ?? No. I don't think so.

Edward Brown I read the book in less than 24 hours while I'm in the middle of six or seven other books. I cried at the end, reading in my car outside a bagel shop …moreI read the book in less than 24 hours while I'm in the middle of six or seven other books. I cried at the end, reading in my car outside a bagel shop here in Baltimore. This is one of the best books I've read in five years. I don't know how to feel about Chris, but I do know that he is an extraordinary person, whether he's good or bad or somewhere in between. I teach high school and plan to read this with my 10th graders next year. Lots to think about, both about Chris and his behavior, and much larger questions, including but not limited to why are we here. (less)

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Christine Savage Thanks for your insight. I have put it on my list to read. I should not have commented on this book without reading it first. I appreciate your respon ...more
May 13, 2017 08:06PM · flag

Lea " I cried at the end, reading in my car outside a bagel shop here in Baltimore." That sounds like the beginning of a Springsteen song! ...more
Nov 07, 2017 01:36PM · flag

William Brown Definitely an awful lot about Chris Knight that really makes one think and reevaluate one's way of living. Much to make one cry about in this book als ...more
Sep 07, 2018 06:18PM · flag

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