Stories are at the heart of our existence . Year 10 , can you remember the last time you heard or read a story , not too long ago , right ? We read novels in class, ,listen to the human experiences of loved ones , view others’others' lives on social media. .These are catalogues of human experiences that demonstrate the power of storytelling ;: helping people to make sense of their lives and the world around them by reflecting insightfully reflecting on and relating to ,individual and collective experiences . Favel Parrett’sParrett's novel “Past The shallows “"Past the Shallows," published in 2011, and the film “Wonder “"Wonder" by Stephen Chobosky , released in 2017, illustrate the importance of stories and their significance in our lives as young people . Both works feature young characters, who must overcome adversity, and who have key, poignant familial relationships. However , only "Past the Shallows" explores the harsh experience of living with an abusive parental figure. These texts reveal the paradoxes, anomalies, and inconsistencies of human behaviourbehavior.

"Wonder" powerfully represents the human experience of overcoming adversity .through the characterization of Auggie , who has significant facial deformities .Auggie’s Auggie's endurance in the face of adversity is particularly highlighted when he confronts betrayal and judgment. Adversity is shown as an unavoidable part of human life , especially frofor people