55 pages 1 hour read

Mary Ann Shaffer, Annie Barrows

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Essay Topics

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Examine the unique narrative structure of the book, which is conveyed through letters and correspondence. How does this format shape the reader’s engagement with the story and its characters?

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Consider the theme of literature as a coping mechanism for the characters. How do books serve as a source of solace, inspiration, or connection for Juliet and the Society members? How does the novel itself enact connection or solace?

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Discuss the role of memory and trauma in the narrative. How do characters cope with memories of war, and how do these memories shape their present-day decisions and interactions?

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