Sunday, February 22, 2009

Brave New World: Discussion Question for Chapters 10, 11, and 12


In these chapters, Huxley juxtaposes the socio-cultural norms of the Savage with those of BNW. He does this, primarily, by exposing us more and more to the inner-conflict experienced by individual characters in the novel. How does Huxley use the inner-conflict of his characters to help us explore or reconsider basic human nature / human needs?

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Brave New World: Discussion Question for Chapters 7, 8, and 9


What did you find most interesting about the way Huxley compares and contrasts life on the Savage Reservation with life in the "Other Place" (AKA London)
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OR

Compare John and Bernard's experiences as social outcasts.


Thursday, February 5, 2009

Brave New World: Discussion Question for Chapters 5/6


This week, I'm throwing the ball back at you. I would like each of you to post your own discussion question. After everyone has posted, you should respond to a question created by another book club member.

Let's get some more chatter this week!