Essays on Lyddie

In the historical fiction novel “Lyddie” by Katherine Paterson, the main character has to decide on whether to sign a petition or not. Lyddie Worthen is a poor girl who originates from Vermont, is working VERY hard to pay a debt that her mother owes....

Physical vs. Emotional Pain: What Makes the Better Story? Pain is a very human thing to feel, whether it presents itself in a physical or emotional form. As a “human” concept, it is fascinating that pain can be (and is) expressed through literature. For, as...