I was forced to read 'Les Miserables' for second year French when in High School.
Depressing would be the mildest of understatements.
Whilst your reading range and habits are interesting and important I think I shall steer us in a different direction.
Mayhap we should begin with an introductory ice breaker to set the newest vic...stude... apprentice at ease.
So the first seven of you to come into my clutches here’s the deal. Pick a sin any sin, well any of the seven deadly ones. For you heathens not raised by Jesuits that would be any one of the following; Lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy, or pride.
Try not to be too predictable and grab lust.
Starting with the basics we will paint pictures, Do not state your sin!
In your homework note book come up with seven other words that describe your cardinal offense.
These words have definition /meanings, but they also have connotations, (still with me?)
For instance wrath would be anger as well as rage. Anger has a more thoughtful and intellectual component, rage is much more visceral. Chose your seven words and get to know them, they are the pallet you will be using next.
Let me know when you are ready to continue.
The Mad One