Death Be Not Proud-
The novel, Death Be Not Proud, by John Gunther, is the story of the struggle of a child to stay alive. Johnny Gunther Jr.'s constant hope got him out of bed every morning with a positive attitude. His outright opposition to the fact that he was going to die and his determination not to, kept a fiery spirit in him so that he didn't give up. Johnny's stubborn determination to not accept defeat at so early an age, along with the tremendous courage he showed when realizing that he must accept his defeat, is a strong point portrayed in this novel. Johnny's hope, determination, and courage kept his One of the main reasons that Johnny remained alive for so much longer than he should have lived, was the hope that he possessed. He hoped every day of his illness that he would get better, that his parents would be spared their grief, or that some doctor would come up with a revolutionary idea that would heal him. Because of his hope,
dignity, and with courage and strength to face the next world he would because of his consideration for others and not wanting to burden of pain, Johnny was always strong and brave. He always smiled and hung how one so young could have achieved an attitude that most people will phenominal. After being away from school for sixteen months, being understanding. By the story of his life and death, we are in awe of live his life to the fullest with complete acceptance, if not full illness. He always obeyed the doctors' wishes and followed their Johnny's story is one that will be remembered because of the nor will ever know. Throughout his many medical treatments and moments Although he realized that eventually his life would end, he still
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Approximate Word count = 686
Approximate Pages = 3 (250 words per page double spaced)
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