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In the novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio, August’s perspective helps us empathize with the life August deals with everyday. August does not appreciate being seen with an unordinary face, thinking what he will do if he found a magic lamp, and only gets to receive one wish: “I would wish that I had a normal face”[Palacio 3]. Because of the unique, physical features of his face, he feels embarrassed. Seeing August deformed makes everyone receive negative reactions towards August. Everyone can apply this to real life by making the people who are different feel good about themselves, and be thankful for their ownership. On Halloween at school, August overhears Jack Will talking about August behind his back saying, “if I looked like him, seriously,

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