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True Grit
240 pages, 2012
True Grit is a great novel by Charles Portis, who also wrote "The Dog of the South". It tells the story of Mattie Ross, who is just fourteen years of age when a coward going by the name of Tom Chaney shoots her father down in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and robs him of his life, his horse, and $150 in cash. Mattie leaves home to avenge her father's blood.
With the one-eyed Rooster Cogburn, the meanest available U.S. Marshal, by her side, Mattie pursues the homicide into Indian Territory. True Grit is eccentric, cool, and straightforward, like Mattie herself. From a writer of true status, this is an American classic through and through."
In True Grit, Charles Portis shows us the power of determination through the character of Mattie Ross. Despite being a young girl in a man's world, she doesn't let anything stop her from seeking justice. This book will inspire you to never give up, no matter the odds.
Portis emphasizes the importance of character over appearance. Rooster Cogburn may not look like a hero, but his true grit proves otherwise. This book encourages us to look beyond the surface and value people for their actions.
True Grit explores the harsh reality of revenge. While Mattie is driven by her desire for justice, she also experiences the consequences of her actions. This book will make you think twice about the cost of vengeance.
Portis doesn't shy away from exploring the complexity of morality. He shows us that good and evil aren't always black and white, and sometimes the right decision isn't clear. This book will challenge you to question your own moral compass.
In the midst of danger and hardship, the unlikely friendship between Mattie, Rooster, and LaBoeuf is a beacon of hope. True Grit reminds us of the importance of companionship and loyalty. This book will make you appreciate the friends in your life even more.
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True Grit is the best novel to come my way in a very long time. Its narrative voice and its every sentence, seem so strongly stamped with life and reality that I can't bear to let it go.
Donna Tartt - Pulitzer Prize NovelistCharles Portis's True Grit captures the naive elegance of the American Voice.
Roy Blount Jr. - Humorist, JournalistTrue Grit is a masterpiece, a beloved book that has been completely satisfying for generations.
Ed Park - Novelist, Editor
