65 pages • 2 hours read
R. D. BlackmoreLorna Doone
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1869A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
John repeatedly attempts to convince the reader that he is not an intelligent man, despite numerous demonstrations of insight into human behavior. Do you agree or disagree with his assessment? What evidence form the text supports your answer?
Through his narration, John expresses regret for showing mercy to Carver Doone as it leads to his shooting of Lorna and John on their wedding day. However, he continues to spare Carver’s life after these events. Is John truly regretful of his mercy? Why or why not?
John sometimes behaves in a manner which is inconsistent with his self-description. Is John a reliable narrator? Why or why not?
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