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53 pages 1 hour read

Pines

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012

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Essay Topics

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Discuss David Pilcher’s contention about freedom being secondary to survival: “Freedom is such a twenty-first century construct. You’re going to sit here and tell me that individual freedom is more vital than the survival of our species?” (275). How does his stance support the decisions he has made with regard to Wayward Pines? Do you agree or disagree with this stance?

2.

How does Ethan’s experience as a former soldier and federal agent affect his understanding of, and interaction with, the town of Wayward Pines? What qualities that made Ethan a good soldier and federal agent do not change as he pursues the truth? Which ones do?

3.

Analyze author Blake Crouch’s use of science-fiction and horror conventions throughout the novel. How does he use them to amplify the meaning and impact of the story?

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