25 pages • 50 minutes read
Sinclair RossThe Lamp at Noon
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1968A 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
1.
The storm contributes to the Physical and Emotional Isolation of the two main characters. In addition to the storm, how do Paul and Ellen contribute to their isolation, both physically and emotionally?
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The land plays an important role in this story. Why does Paul feel “betrayed” by the land? How does Paul’s sense of betrayal affect his dedication to pursuing his dream?
3.
What parts of the story would have to change in order to turn this story from a tragedy into a story with a happy ending?
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