Reflection:  I enjoyed this class because it was the first time I read books from around the world.  It was interesting to learn about the different cultures and the different ways the authors wrote.  I was able to reflect on the different cultures and compare them to each other which gave me a better understanding of the cultural characteristics across the globe.  This class was challenging because I had to read different books from so many different places and learn how to understand each book in a unique way.  I was surprised how much I enjoyed reading books from different cultures.