Tag Archives: To Kill a Mockingbird

On Your Inner Boo Radley

Posted on February 16, 2026 by richp45198

Today I learned that actor Robert Duvall died. Perhaps more than any other actor, his different roles aided my own spiritual journey. Mac Sledge from Tender Mercies helped me address suffering that doesn’t make sense. His role in True Confessions … Continue reading →

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Fathers in Films

Posted on October 29, 2021 by richp45198

Following up on an earlier piece I wrote on Mothers in Movies, I thought a piece on fathers would be appropriate. I found it a little more challenging. Fathers are often portrayed as either extremely idealized, as buffoons, or as … Continue reading →

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A Novel Approach to Spirituality

Posted on May 23, 2020 by richp45198

Yesterday I was watching a feature about someone’s opinion on great novels. I have mentioned elsewhere that my own spiritual journey has been enriched by art. Here then are 5 novels that have graced my journey. Where possible I’ve included … Continue reading →

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On Your Inner Boo Radley

Posted on January 25, 2018 by richp45198

My favorite book and movie are To Kill a Mockingbird. When I first read the book, when I finished I turned back to page 1 and read it again. The first time I saw the movie I went back the next night … Continue reading →

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On Atticus Finch 2

Posted on February 20, 2016 by richp45198

In honor of writer Harper Lee upon her death, I wanted to re-post a blog I wrote almost 4 years ago. Indeed, thank you, Harper Lee! On Atticus Finch Posted on April 23, 2012by richp45198 When I was a sophomore … Continue reading →

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On Atticus Finch

Posted on April 23, 2012 by richp45198

When I was a sophomore in high school, I read for the first time a new novel titled To Kill A Mockingbird. I was so moved by it that, as soon as I finished it, I started reading it over … Continue reading →

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