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The Books We Read in High School (Part 1)

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The Decline of Reading Culture

This chapter examines the shifting relationship between American students and books, revealing a growing struggle with reading comprehension amid academic pressures. Insights from professors highlight how distractions and curriculum changes have contributed to a decline in long-form reading. The discussion calls for a cultural reevaluation of reading's intrinsic value in the face of a workforce-oriented educational system.

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