46 pages • 1 hour read
Cal ArmisteadBeing Henry David
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013A 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
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How does Danny’s memory loss drive the narrative? Which plot elements and conflicts directly result from his amnesia? How are Danny’s decisions and relationships impacted by his amnesia?
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Explore Danny’s relationship with Henry David Thoreau’s Walden. In what ways does Danny connect with the text? Why does he admire Thoreau?
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Consider Danny’s evolving connections with Jack and Nessa Zane, Thomas, and Hailey. What role does each character play in Danny’s personal journey?
