My Favorite Book

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Savannah Maria Cline

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Savannah Maria Cline

Hellen Keller once said, "A book is good company. It is full of conversation without loquacity. It comes to your longing with full instruction, but pursues you never." This statement is full of truth because books are certainly a great source of comfort and entertainment to me. For instance, my most cherished book, 'Looking for Alaska', written by John Green makes me experience overwhelming emotions such as joy and sadness, and it also gives me a nice laugh. The tiny details this book possesses makes the book my all-time favorite due to the fact that it has its own personality. For one thing, the outside cover of the edition has unique hues, art, and even rugged edges from years of late-night reading sessions. Also, the inside of the book adds extra charisma because of its ripped pages and musty aroma. Equally important, the storyline is the most crucial aspect of the composition of this book because the characters bring life and meaning to the pages. In other words, my favorite book (inside and out) floods me with a sense of luxury, enjoyment, and imagination every time I crack open the cover.

First of all, fascinating books do not always have glamorous covers, but 'Looking for Alaska' has possession of quiet a distinct one. For example, the texture is smooth and sleek on my fingertips. However, edges of the pages are rough and bent at the corners which gives the book a rigid touch. Also, the book is paperback so it is flexible and easy to hold. Moreover, the background of the cover is altogether lovely; to illustrate, there is a deep purple candle that has just been blown out with swirls of gray smoke rising from the charred wick. The candle is surrounde...

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...death to be intentional. Ultimately, 'Looking for Alaska' would be nothing but blank pages without the characters and their lives.

In short, books are fantastic and solacing. My favorite book, 'Looking for Alaska', has so much character and personality. The rugged edges of the pages tell the story of long nights I have stayed up reading. Again, the pink stains remind me of hot, sunny days I spent reading while baking in the sun. Of course, the cover of the book gives personality, too, with the streams of smoke billowing to the top of nowhere. Finally, the characters such as Pudge and Alaska contribute soul to the lifeless folio. Without the storyline, books, my favorite one in particular, would be absolutely nothing. However, 'Looking For Alaska' is a beautiful story that brings out many wonderful emotions in me each time I read it, and that is why it is my favorite!