Quest'uso profondo, ricercato, di simili parole segna la differenza fra un genio della poesia ed uno che, semplicemente, parla e scrive in una data lingua. Raphillon , Jan 3, Thank you very much, jennijenni. I've copied your great work. This could be very useful. Raphillon , Jan 4, HughJarse New Member English. The friends thou hast and their adoption tried Grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel. Its a bit like the course of true love not running a smooth path. Every relationship has its ups and downs. Sometimes you may have arguments and dissagreements.

Therefore 'tried' is another word for 'tested' and 'adoption' could be 'faith' If you have a friend who sees all your weaknesses and character faults but places their trust and faith in you nonetheless then dont ever let them go. The fact that Shakespeare uses the phrase 'grapple them to thy soul with hoops of steel' shows how importantly he sees his friendships.

They are so importanty that he would put them on a par with the divine. He doesnt say 'grapple them to Thy heart' The soul had much more signifcance in the 16th Century This is a brillliant and inspired piece of language and the best description of friendship I have ever read and is as true today as when it was written Best wishes and God bless.

HughJarse , May 31, A bordo, a bordo, via! E cerca di stamparti nella mente questi pochi consigli.


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Sii affabile, volgare mai. Guardati dalle brighe, ma quando ci sei dentro a guardarsi da te fa' che sia l'altro. Presta l'orecchio a tutti, la tua voce a qualcuno, senti le idee di tutti ma pensa a modo tuo. Non domandare soldi e non prestarne: Addio, ti renda saggio la mia benedizione. Memimao , Jun 1, Oct 17, Jordan rated it really liked it. As I was reading the book I was actually interested in what was going to happen next. This is not a normal thing so i began to take my time reading it. The book also relates to me in many ways I people wouldn't understand. The book taught me many things just by reading it like always being prepared because you never Know when your name is going to called.

Dec 09, Osman rated it really liked it. Clair English 10 College Prep 9 December Hoops of Steel Book Review After reading the Hoops of Steel written by John Foley during my first semester of my sophomore year in English class, I can say that this book had met all of my expectations because I had set them very high due to basketball being my favorite sport.

While reading this book, I had really enjoyed the way the author had described objects throughout the book. He would describe many different objects such as Osman Siddiqui Ms. I was also able to read this book much better than The Lords of Discipline because instead of listening to that book on audio, I was able to read this book by myself and understand the plot much better. By the authors leaving cliffhangers at the end of each chapter, it always caused me to always turn the page and keep reading, which is another reason why I had finished this book in a short amount of time.

Other then that, I really enjoyed the plot of this story because it talked about all the problems that Jackson had to go through during his senior year of high school during his basketball season and because it was very realistic. Even though my reading experience for this book had completely met all of my expectations, I had also found many interesting quotes throughout the book while reading it during this semester.

Observer the stress you feel when facing a group of people you have to talk to. This line said by Jackson to his friend Gerry showed how he is very helpful and he is always willing to help his friends with something they are not confident in such as speeches. This also shows that Jackson is very experienced in giving speeches and talking to big crowds since he knows such good advice about it. The advice that Jackson had given is showing that whenever giving speeches, it is always key to let all the stress pass through your system so you can have a great speech.

This quote written above that was said by Jackson to one of his good friends Gerry relates to the essential question about developing values and beliefs.

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This quote relates to that specific essential question because Jackson is helping his friend Gerry get through his fear of giving speeches and is installing the belief in his mind that he needs to get rid of all stress in order to give a nice and clear speech. In conclusion, I would recommend this book to all young high school students that are either in their freshman or sophomore year of high school. I would recommend it to this specific age group because the vocabulary of this book fits that specific age group and I do not think it would have fit for seniors to read this book.

I would not recommend this book to middle school students or lower school students because the book may be too advanced for their age group. I think all young high school students would enjoy this book very much because it takes you through Jackson struggles in his senior year of high school while he is going through his final basketball season. Feb 17, Trey J. She divorced him because he was an alcoholic and was very abusive so she left him. Jackson was only staying with him so he could take care of his little sister, he was working 2 shifts just for her. He was so busy working that he forgot all about how important school was and he was failing 2 classes.

That is the introduction of the book, as you can see Jackson is in a lot of trouble but it is very interesting to see how the book actually ends. Jackson worked 2 shifts, had to go to High School and still go to basketball practice everyday after school. As you can see he is doing so much just for his sister and his father who barely provides the family with anything besides some money. In this book Jackson is the more responsible guardian because his father thinks parenting and working is just a big joke.

All you are doing is hurting yourself and others, it has no good outcome from doing it. Jackson's father was never there for them, he was a bad role model and a very bad parent. I think if his father was never abusive and an alcoholic Jackson would have good grades and ended up being a very good basketball player in the end.

Overall, this book was very well written. I don't get into much books but this one I was able to sit down and read for an hour almost each day. If you like basketball and family you will most likely enjoy it. There is never a dull moment you will always be locked into the book wondering what big event will come next. Sep 06, Kevin Dethloff rated it really liked it.

Hoops of Steel, by John Foley, is about teenage boy who is in love with basketball but encounters many problems during his senior year of high school. During his senior year he doesn't start because he is the only senior and the coach thinks that a Hoops of Steel, by John Foley, is about teenage boy who is in love with basketball but encounters many problems during his senior year of high school.

During his senior year he doesn't start because he is the only senior and the coach thinks that all of the scrubs and jag offs should get some experience. Jackson really wants to start, but he will have to make some big changes in his game if he expects to start. Not only does Jackson want to start but another problem that Jackson runs into is that his best friend is attempting suicide.

This occurs when his best friend, Thaddeus, gets into drugs and then falls asleep right next to a railroad on purpose. It was very unfortunate that he attempted suicide because he was an elite basketball player that was going to go to a Division 1 school for basketball. These are just a few of the many problems that Jackson encounters. The author, John Foley, writes this book for one main reason. Jackson never gives up with basketball despite not starting his senior year and lucky for him, he finally gets something positive out of it.

If you are someone who enjoys adventure sports books, this book is probably for you. I would recommend this book to most basketball players because this book deals with a lot of basketball. If you liked he book, Last Shot by John Feinstein, you will like this book too because they are both adventurous basketball novels. John Foley kept me guessing throughout this entire book and then ended the book with a lot of excitement.

Nov 20, Ben Wilson rated it it was ok. Hoops of Steel by is a great short novel that is based around a high school student who eats breaths and sleeps basketball. Jackson O'Connell is a normal kid who has classes and stresses in his life but he is able to escape everything through basketball when he is on the court it is like that is the only thing happening in the world and all stresses are gone and he is able to be himself. But something happens and it almost ruins everything for Jackson. Jackson lives with a neighbor who he calls Hoops of Steel by is a great short novel that is based around a high school student who eats breaths and sleeps basketball.

Jackson lives with a neighbor who he calls grandma because she treats him as if he is part of the family. Jackson didn't really know his father, his father was an alcoholic and one night his father attacks his mother and Jackson is in the care of his grandmother, really his neighbor, and Jackson grew up with basketball because his grandmother was obsessed with it and so was her son who was Jackson English teacher at school.

English was the only thing Jackson liked about schools that didn't have to to with basketball. It was Jackson last year being able to play basketball and he couldn't play last year because of a broken hand and now he was a senior but Jackson found out he will not be starting and he just kind of gave up on school and couldn't focus on basketball.

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Towards the end of the book Jackson finds hope and does something that takes a lot of courage to do read the book to find out what. This book is mainly about how mistakes can affect not just you but everyone around you this book talks about how Jackson grows up and becomes a better person. I liked this book because I play sports and I find it frustrating when someone plays who I am better just because the coach wants him to have experience.

I would recommend this book to someone who likes basketball. Hoops of Steel was not my favorite book but it had its moments. May 05, Jennifer Wardrip rated it really liked it Shelves: To play basketball and get a college scholarship to a division I college. He lives with Granny who is not his actual grandmother, but rather a kind neighbor who took him in when things "got crazy" about a year ago. Even though Jackson didn't play basketball during the previous year's season due to a broken hand, he's been honing his skills with friends from his school's rival team.

Even though he still battles ferocious acne and shyness, Jackson feels he is handling life well and is looking forward to when basketball practice begins. That's when the coach informs Jackson that he won't be a starting player. He is the only good senior and the coach's goal is to develop the younger players in hopes of a winning season next year. And Jackson wonders why everything he touches turns out bad. He's separated from his family, won't be able to get that scholarship, and he is being shunned by most people at his school.

He even considers quitting the team. Will Jackson chase his dream when there doesn't seem to be any hope? Will others' actions choose the destiny of his life or will he be in charge? That's a tough question for a high school senior to figure out. Many readers will relate to Jackson's self-doubt and will understand why he might give up. Readers will also cheer for Jackson as he makes small steps towards recovering from his turbulent past and to live for himself rather than others. It is also filled with good friends, hope, and determination.

If only everyone would continue to do what they love even if it might not make their dreams come true. Nov 27, Jacari Lenoir rated it really liked it. Jackson has various family problems going on in his life. But since he loves basketball so much, he keeps calm from doing anything crazy. Even though the team's coach is very funny acting towards him, he carries on with his life.


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  8. He is shy to really talk to females and also has issues with people at school and not just his family. All his friends meet up at a court called, "High Court". But they are also his rivals in basketball because he plays them during season. Jackson overcomes these issues Jackson has various family problems going on in his life. Jackson overcomes these issues with basketball. This book really kept me interested because of his issues.

    It makes you think about how you would handle your family problems and the other issues that Jackson had in the story. And of course I liked it because it was about basketball. The most interesting part was that he was still managing to still play basketball while dealing with many issues. I just thought it would be to stressful for me. What I didn't like about this book was the characters. The characters were really boring. Basic teenagers doing drugs, etc. But any basketball player who has issues out of basketball, I recommend to.

    Really will catch your attention and may even make you think about your own problems. Nov 02, David rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: A book revealing typical teenage themes and conflicts. Jackson, a high school senior, finds his identity after a serious of ups and downs.

    All Jackson has first is basketball after his family was torn apart one night with his drunk day. He faces problems fitting in in school, but makes friends later when they share the common interest of basketball. Hindered by his coach, principle, and acne, Jackson is forced to make difficult decisions that will determine his whole future. Some themes are build A book revealing typical teenage themes and conflicts.

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    Some themes are building up courage to stand up for important people, forgiving and forgetting the past, don't be too greedy, be happy with what we got, treasure the people around us. Give thanks for all you've got. Run to the sunshine. Stand up to any fright. And most important of all, play with joy and delight. Dec 14, AlexG. Buckets13 rated it really liked it. Hoops of Steel by John Foley is an amazing read should be highly recommended.

    The inner conflicts throughout the book keeps the reader coming back for more. Starting a fire in his soul. Jackson prepares to prove everyone wrong this season. The conflicts off the basketball court to excitin Hoops of Steel by John Foley is an amazing read should be highly recommended.

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    The conflicts off the basketball court to exciting too. Troubles at school with teachers keep the attention going. Lastly the battle between the towns make the reader feel a battle that is real. The dilemma between two towns make for interesting competition. Due to the intense conflicts in Hoops of Steel by John Foley this book is great and needs to be shared. Nov 12, Jess rated it did not like it.

    I love a good sports story, basketball especially. I can tolerate a mediocre one also, but what mars this story is the author's continuous and largely unnecessary use of the 'N' word. Since this book is set in the 's at least Its use almost seems incongruous with the story as a whole. Personally, I just feel that the author could have referred to race and issues stemming from it in a di I love a good sports story, basketball especially.

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    Personally, I just feel that the author could have referred to race and issues stemming from it in a different manner. I honestly wonder why it's such a big part of the story. It's certainly not needed. Jackson the main character definitely has enough challenges to overcome, and plenty of teen angst to drive the story, so what's the point?

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    There's so much more I could say, but overall the absurd use of such an ugly, degrading, word really doesn't sit well with me. And thus negatively impacted my views and opinion of this book. Jan 23, Chris Halkovic rated it really liked it. He also lives with his Grandma because his dad left the family and his mom lives very far away from him.

    If you like basketball or good books, then I recommended this book to you. Mar 12, H rated it liked it. An above-average sports novel for those in about grades , this is the story of a high school senior who really only cares about basketball. Jackson is engaging and feels real, and his status as a jock is balanced by his social awkwardness and his obsession with his own bad skin. There is a sweet relationship between Jackson and the bright, high acheiving, slightly awkward and also tall girl he slowly discovers is literally the girl of his dreams.

    Extra tension is added by hints at that get An above-average sports novel for those in about grades , this is the story of a high school senior who really only cares about basketball. Like I said, it is above average for a sports book, but its still very much a genre book. Dec 30, Diego Gonzalez rated it it was amazing Shelves: Set in a real-life situation, Hoops of Steel is sure to rattle the rim.

    Jackson, a senior in high school, eats, sleeps and breathes basketball. He stays after-school in the gym to take shots under the permission of the janitor , and he is always at his friend Danny's house shooting hoops, yet he still doesn't get to start for his basketball team. He is discouraged by other parts of his life, as well -- his acne keeps him from being entirely comfortable with girls, his disassembled family has hi Set in a real-life situation, Hoops of Steel is sure to rattle the rim.

    He is discouraged by other parts of his life, as well -- his acne keeps him from being entirely comfortable with girls, his disassembled family has his head messed up, and he lives with his English teacher's mother -- weird, huh? This book was very interesting, because of how real it got; it is sure to be a book that kids all over the world can establish some sort of connection with. I recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of basketball, as well as teenagers who feel that they are alone in the world.

    I don't really read a lot, but this book hit home. The vocabulary was not too overwhelming and the characters really have a personality all their own. It was a book about a boy named Jackson O'Connor, he was a senior at Highland high-school. He had overly active acne on his face,and he was very self-conscious of it. I believe the book tends to draw you in, because he has had a rough life.


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    His dad is a drunk and his b "Hoops of Steel", this was an amazing book! His dad is a drunk and his basketball coach refuses to play him his senior year. Honestly it was a really good book and I might read it again. I would recommend it to anyone going through adolescence, or anyone who loves basketball like I do, because it would directly pertain to them. Oct 19, Yuwei rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: This book is from the point of view of a high school kid, named Jackson, who is looking forward to playing in the NBAs when he grows older. Everything seems to getting worse in his life.

    More zits are popping out of his face and his coach it putting him on the bench more even though he is the best player. But a girl liked him. This book talks about friendship and about growing up. I can connect to Jackson because i am a fan of basketball and i am going through many of the similar things in my sc This book is from the point of view of a high school kid, named Jackson, who is looking forward to playing in the NBAs when he grows older. I can connect to Jackson because i am a fan of basketball and i am going through many of the similar things in my school.

    The author uses understandable language. It is very clear. It kept me interested till the end. Sep 30, Sarah rated it it was ok. I think I've been spoiled by Chris Crutcher's books, so I'm a bit jaded when I read a sports book by anyone else. But, at least this YA basketball novel is for high school students, rather than the plethora of junior high titles that are out there.