The Ontario High School Reader
Exploring Canadian Literary Traditions Through Thoughtful Selections and Engaging DiscussionBy Aletta E. Marty
Length7h 53m
About this audiobook
In "The Ontario High School Reader," Aletta E. Marty presents a meticulously curated anthology designed to enhance the literary education of high school students in Ontario. This collection features a diverse range of texts'Äîfrom classic literature to contemporary works'Äîaiming to cultivate critical thinking and appreciation for the written word. Marty's literary style is characterized by accessibility and clarity, fostering a space where young readers can engage with complex themes and characters while grounding these works in their historical and cultural contexts. Aletta E. Marty, an esteemed educator and literary scholar, draws upon her extensive experience in teaching literature to create a pedagogical tool that is both enriching and engaging. Her background in education and her passion for literature have profoundly influenced her selection of texts, ensuring they not only align with curriculum standards but also resonate with the varied experiences of high school students. Marty's commitment to fostering a love for reading shines through, making this anthology a vital resource for both students and teachers. I highly recommend "The Ontario High School Reader" to educators and students alike. This book not only serves as an essential teaching resource but also as a treasure trove of literary exploration, inviting students to embark on a journey of discovery that will deepen their understanding and appreciation of literature.
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length7 hrs 53 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 2, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26THE LADY OF SHALOTT
2THE HIGH SCHOOL READER
27HOME THEY BROUGHT HER WARRIOR DEAD
3THE BANNER OF ST. GEORGE
28THE SKY
4JEAN VALJEAN AND THE BISHOP
29THE RETURN OF THE SWALLOWS
5THE WELL OF ST. KEYNE
30BARBARA FRIETCHIE
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6FAITH, HOPE AND CHARITY
31BLESS THE LORD, O MY SOUL
7THE LEGEND BEAUTIFUL
32THE ETERNAL GOODNESS
8THE VICAR'S FAMILY USE ART
33THE KING OF GLORY
9THE SOLDIER'S DREAM
34THE FOUR-HORSE RACE
10VAN ELSEN
35MRS. MALAPROP'S VIEWS
11PIBROCH OF DONUIL DHU
36THE GLOVE AND THE LIONS
12THE DAY IS DONE
37THE FICKLENESS OF A ROMAN MOB
13THE SCHOOLMASTER AND THE BOYS
38SIR PETER AND LADY TEAZLE
14THE KNIGHTS' CHORUS
39THE PARTING OF MARMION AND DOUGLAS
15THE NORTHERN STAR
40COLUMBUS
16THE INDIGO BIRD
41FROM THE "APOLOGY" OF SOCRATES
17THE PASTURE FIELD
42HIGHLAND HOSPITALITY
18SHIPWRECKED
43THE OUTLAW
19ON HIS BLINDNESS
44OF STUDIES
20BRIGGS IN LUCK
45THE INFLUENCE OF ATHENS
21THE LAUGHING SALLY
46NATIONAL MORALITY
22THE PRODIGAL SON
47HAMLET'S ADVICE TO THE PLAYERS
23CHRISTMAS AT SEA
48ROSABELLE
24THE EVENING WIND
49THE ISLAND OF THE SCOTS
25PARADISE AND THE PERI
50CRANFORD SOCIETY
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