I have tried often to search behind the sophistication of years for the enchantment I so easily found in those gifts. The essence escapes but its aura remains. To be allowed, no, invited, into the private lives of strangers, and to share their joys and fears, was a chance to exchange the Southern bitter wormwood for a cup of mead with Beowulf or a hot cup of tea and milk with Oliver Twist. When I said aloud, "It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done . . .” tears of love filled my eyes at my selflessness. What is the most likely reason author Maya Angelou included this passage? to entertain the reader with references to books to explain her viewpoint on the wonders of reading to provide actions that show her personality traits to persuade the reader of the benefits of the classics

The most likely reason Maya Angelou included this passage is to explain her viewpoint on the wonders of reading

Explanation:

According to the passage, Maya has tried to to discover the reason behind the sophistication of enchantment she found in those gifts.

She recounts that she was quite happy and enjoyed having the chance to be invited into the private lives of strangers as she compares it to exchanging bitter wormwood for a cup of mead.

She is most likely trying to explain her viewpoint on reading.

realistic fiction depicts life and society in a true to life  manner.

its main characters are dynamic.

they grow and transform with their experiences, making it easier for readers to  relate to them.

this genre primarily focuses on the  daily struggles  of ordinary people, validating their experiences.

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