...that's a heck of a thought, and I would say good call!....as anyone noticed how much John coffey fits the description of the "roont" children from Wolves of the calla, maybe he's a walk-in, what do you all think?
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...that's a heck of a thought, and I would say good call!....as anyone noticed how much John coffey fits the description of the "roont" children from Wolves of the calla, maybe he's a walk-in, what do you all think?
Yeah, but main difference being, John Coffey's real.Even Steve admitted to it being a little heavy-handed, but John Coffey shared the same initials as another very important historical figure who also had powers to change water into wine and heal people's afflictions.
I came to the same conclusion partway through, and it makes sense, too!Yeah, but main difference being, John Coffey's real.
I don’t think so, I can see your point but Coffey doesn’t really seem to be mentally challenged in the ways the roont children are, just uneducated. I’m only 1/3 into Wolves of the Calla so maybe you’re coming from something I haven’t learned yet.as anyone noticed how much John coffey fits the description of the "roont" children from Wolves of the calla, maybe he's a walk-in, what do you all think?
I just finished Green Mile and really loved it. I think it shows a maturity in his writing that I think shows up less frequently with his early work. I considered the Danny Torrance as a comparison for John Coffey, but what about Ted Brautigan? It's been a long time since I read Hearts, but having recently rewatched the movie, I felt like Brautigan had a less intense form of the same magic John Coffey had, and thirty/forty years later. They both transfer the power by touch, and both feel compelled to help or heal those around them. Thoughts?Hi everyone!
I have a theory that John Coffey shines. He knows other's thoughts and feelings, and knows of other's illnesses. This is VERY similar to Danny Torrance in Doctor Sleep. John is even able to move illnesses between people.
What are your thoughts on this?
You might be interested in this:I just finished Green Mile and really loved it. I think it shows a maturity in his writing that I think shows up less frequently with his early work. I considered the Danny Torrance as a comparison for John Coffey, but what about Ted Brautigan? It's been a long time since I read Hearts, but having recently rewatched the movie, I felt like Brautigan had a less intense form of the same magic John Coffey had, and thirty/forty years later. They both transfer the power by touch, and both feel compelled to help or heal those around them. Thoughts?
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This is a very interesting subject.Hi everyone!
I have a theory that John Coffey shines. He knows other's thoughts and feelings, and knows of other's illnesses. This is VERY similar to Danny Torrance in Doctor Sleep. John is even able to move illnesses between people.
What are your thoughts on this?
I agree.I don’t think so, I can see your point but Coffey doesn’t really seem to be mentally challenged in the ways the roont children are, just uneducated. I’m only 1/3 into Wolves of the Calla so maybe you’re coming from something I haven’t learned yet.
I agree to.I agree.
Yeah, absolutely. I'm reading it again and it's heartbreaking. King makes him child-like and uneducated but certainly not mentally handicapped. There are many allusions to Christ, too.I agree to.
Undereducated.
John Coffey is a simple good soul.
Not simple as in handicapped or mentally challenged.
It was so sad how he was so misunderstood.
Heartbreaking how his saying: "I couldn't help it" was so tragically misconstrued.
I think he was just so emotionally devastated and overwhelmed he couldn't even begin to explain himself.
John is most certainly an all time best loved character.
This.I agree to.
Undereducated.
John Coffey is a simple good soul.
Not simple as in handicapped or mentally challenged.
It was so sad how he was so misunderstood.
Heartbreaking how his saying: "I couldn't help it" was so tragically misconstrued.
I think he was just so emotionally devastated and overwhelmed he couldn't even begin to explain himself.
John is most certainly an all time best loved character.
I think you can really see the loving, suffering Christ in John Coffey.Yeah, absolutely. I'm reading it again and it's heartbreaking. King makes him child-like and uneducated but certainly not mentally handicapped. There are many allusions to Christ, too.
Yes! You really saw his innocence and simplicity in that scene,This.
The scene where he is riding in the truck and looking at the stars and just so happy, just guts me every time!