What is that? My English homework is to read an article, but we have to read it against the grain. HELP... :eek:

That means reading in a way that is not as the author intended. That is, ignore what you feel is the author's motive or goal. Try to "read between the lines".

Here is a links list of webpages speaking of this "technique". I think you'll find the first few informative:

"reading against the grain"

Here are some sites that will help explain also. Good ol' Google.

Reading Against the Grain Revisited

CRSP - Handouts: Reading with and Against the Grain

I am more into science. This one is "so" new to me, thank you guys.