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The Lifted Veil

George Eliot

The Lifted Veil

George Eliot

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The Lifted Veil Essay Topics

1.

What does the term “double consciousness” mean for Latimer? How is the concept of double consciousness reflected in the novella’s narrative structure?

2.

Latimer’s powers of insight and foresight go through periods of unpredictable latency. What correlation do you find between the fitfulness (or total reduction) of Latimer’s powers and his evolution as a character?

3.

How does Latimer’s social class influence his experiences with double consciousness? How might they have been different if Latimer was not born to a wealthy family?

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