was a good phrase when first used, but now it’s like a worn-out sock. Mint new coins—your own coins.”
Mr. Stone gave us the greatest gift a teacher can bestow—an awakening of a passion for learning. He had a way of dangling before us part of a story, a literary character or idea, until we were curious and eager for more; then he would cut himself short and say,“But I suppose you have read so-and-so.” When we shook our heads, he would write the title of a book on the blackboard, then turn to us, “There are some books like this one I almost wish I had never read. Many doors to pleasure are closed to me now, but they are all open for you!”
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