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What role does memory play in the novel? What forms do memories take? How do they influence the feelings, lives, and experiences of Cowney and the other characters?
Consider the role of Bud in the novel. Is he a traditional literary antagonist? Does he demonstrate any kind of growth or “arc” in the novel the way Cowney does? Why or why not?
Cowney experiences male mentorship in many ways throughout the novel. Analyze his relationships with Lee, Jon, and Tsa Tsi. In what ways are Cowney’s relationships with these men similar or different? How does each influence him through his coming-of-age journey?
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