Peter H. Reynolds writes many books for children, parents and educators and illustrates them. The Dot, Happy Dream, and The best-selling New York Times The Word Collector are some of his books. His books have been translated and celebrated worldwide into over 25 languages around the globe! In 1996, he established FableVision as a social change agency with his brother, Paul, to help create "stories that matter, stories that move." He's living with his family in Dedham, Massachusetts. Peter H. Reynolds, owner of the Blue Bunny Bookstore, is a successful author, storyteller and illustrator who brings enthusiasm and energy to each of his projects, such as books and so on. As an author, he has been famous for his bestselling books, including the 3 books in his Creatrilogy – The Dot, The Ish and The Sky Colour, on protection and nurturing the creative spirit. The Dot has now been published in over 20 languages, including braille, receiving various awards including the Oppenheim Platinum Toy Award, the Original Voices Award from Borders Books and the Christopher Medal. The Dot (Weston Woods) film version has been awarded the Carnegie Medal of Excellence by the American Library Association (ALA) for best kid video in 2005, while Ish's film version was announced as one of the ALA 2006 remarkable kid's videos.
I believe, honeysuckle and bees represent the little glimmer of hopes that the narrator felt to escape the toxicity in his house. Whenever the father start yelling again, the beautiful view of honeysuckle and the sounds made by the bees will help the narrator to seclude all noises from the screaming father.
Glittering generalities refer to emotional and engaging phrases or expressions which carry extremely valuable and respected ideas and thoughts that are not supported by reason or evidence. They are typically used by politicians who intend to attract voters by appealing to feelings like patriotism and splendor. In fact, the phrase given does not provide any information or proof on how the speaker will achieve his or her statement.
