Niccolo Ammanitis ‘I’m not scared’, illustrates the life of a young boy named Michele Amitrano who has to deal with issues that are not a common occurrence for a 10-year-old boy. Throughout the story we witness Michele journey from childhood innocence into a maturity beyond his years. This is evident through Michele’s ability to stand up to his fears in order to support what he believes in.
Throughout I’m not scared, Michele has to face many fears, both childish and real in order to stand for what he believes is right and Just. The first real fear that Michele has to face is standing up to Skull, the leader of the gang who is a younger, but still malevolent version of his older brother Felice. When he considered the forfeit given to Barbara to be unnecessary and harsh, he offered to take her place and pay a forfeit instead. His actions demonstrate kindness and compassion as well as courage to do what was correct and honourable thing to do. When Michele stands up to Skull......

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Title: I’m Not Scared
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