Blog #3

Blog #3

Reader response:

My personal beliefs on what Humbert is dealing with, ideally just being a pedophile is wrong . I don't think this book has in any way shifted my opinion .But I do know that his young girlfriend died in the middle of his perfect relationship .This really affected him for the rest of his life but still is not an excuse to prey on little girls . “Lolita, light of my life, fire of my lions. My sin , my soul .”I know sounds scary right . It's like he accepts he is a pedophile and lives his life like nothings wrong . I do sometimes feel sorry for Humbert , because he has an obsession that he can't control , but it wouldn't be called an obsession if he could . Its also a very uncomfortable fetish to hide or deal  with because he is always being teased by Lolita. I grew this hate for Lolita because I felt she was the reason of Humbert's breakdown and sentimental destruction . She was really selfish in a sense that she knew Humberts weakness can make her control him . This is why I believe Humbert's character is really weak .He is very vulnerable to Lolita and he makes her the center of his life . Everything evolves around Lolita. I really think it's an exaggeration from the author for Humbert to go to this extent,But I know not everyone is made of stone . Everyone has a weakness , but people learn how to control it . This book has taught me that it is very important to control your weaknesses because if you don't , it can take over and control your life ; and you're the only person who should be able to control your own life. Personally I think I am in control of my life . I have a strong grasp on my weaknesses and  I don't have many ,but surely have some .