People, regardless of wealth, social rank, and power, all have some the most basic needs. Writings change what people think they need to what they want to believe they need. The powers of words have limitless possibilities and therefore should be used wisely. Because remember people always need something whether it be air, shelter, first aid/medications, water, food, or a positive mental attitude. The positive mental attitude can come in many ways such as reading, writing, competitions, or communicating with a friend. On the other hand, there exists the tabooed enjoyments such as comedy, sex, alcohol, drugs, and other exhilarating activities. These needs are particularly looked at and openly discussed in the magazines letters, non-fiction, advertising, poetry, and fiction writings. It would also stir anyone's curiosity to wonder what Richard was thinking and how it changed his beliefs while reading these magazines.

In opening, the letters of...