Stories from the Old Attic

"Stories from the Old Attic" by Robert A. Harris is a collection of short tales that explore right and wrong, odd adventures, and deep thoughts, showing the ups and downs of being human with different people in different places. The book starts with short stories that each have a lesson or teach a bigger idea. One story tells of a man performing a chore and his neighbors judging his actions, suggesting it's impossible to make everyone happy. Another story shares how a boy learned to ignore bullies in order to achieve an unlikely success, and focuses on determination. Additional stories touch on how people view themselves, what society thinks about people, and the search to understand life, all told in plain ways that encourage people to think about what they do and why. This mix of funny moments and wise ideas prepares the reader for a look at truths that last forever in regular life.