Jan 28 – Feb 3, 2024 | Little Sparks #39


Hi there,

I’ve been busy this week adulting, so I haven’t had my usual reading experience.

Here’s my reading highlight:

Matilda by Roald Dahl
4 stars

Matilda was one of my favourite stories from Roald Dahl (apart from The Witches). I have also watched the movie (and various versions of the movie) several times.

Now that I read the book as an adult, I am more aware of the author’s criticism/commentary. For example, criticism against the patriarchy is reflected by Matilda punishing her parents for their treatment towards her, which was rooted in patriarchal thinking.  

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