38 pages 1 hour read

Walter Mosley

The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Essay Topics

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Ptolemy is a very different person at the end of the novel from who he was at the beginning. Describe his progression. What lessons does he learn about himself and about life?

2.

Why do you think Ptolemy describes Dr. Ruben as evil? Do you agree? Why or why not?

3.

The novel examines old age and offers a subtle commentary on aging in America. What points do you think the author is trying to make?

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