"For most of us, classic literature, music and art is enriching even when it hurts, angers or saddens. It grows us intellectually, culturally and, yes, morally because it expands our understanding of and empathy for the human condition. Now is a good time to extend that empathy to friends and neighbors uninspired by gifts like "Of Mice and Men," and to show appreciation for the educators who do" -- Coeur d'Alene Press editorial this morning.

Question: How have you been affected by good literature?