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wrote on August 22, 2021
I have been a huge Pat Conroy fan since the day I read “The Great Santini” in the early 1980s. His beautiful way with words inspired me to become a journalist and a writer. Today I teach high school English. And I am excited to include “The Water is Wide” in my English class this year. I have always wanted to teach a Conroy book to students — and I am excited to finally have that chance. Maybe his writing will inspire my students the way it has me.
Agency Reply:
It is heartwarming to see your message especially your desire to use THE WATER IS WIDE. This book inspired scores of people to become teachers... It's coming up for its 50th anniversary - perhaps you should plan something...