44 pages 1 hour read

Hermann Hesse

Demian

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1919

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Essay Topics

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Discuss the portrayal of gender in the novel. Pick two characters in the text and compare and contrast how they adhere to gender stereotypes.

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How does Sinclair’s narrative voice impact the portrayal of his coming-of-age journey?

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Compare and contrast Sinclair’s relationship with his mentors in the novel. How do they impact his development into adulthood?

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