51 pages 1 hour read

Timothy Findley

The Wars

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1977

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Essay Topics

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In what ways does the First World War differ from previous wars, as presented in the book? In particular, pay attention to the way in which characters react to the battlefield, their expectations of war, and the affect that war has on the natural world.

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Robert joins the Canadian forces in fighting for the Allies. How does the text treat the opposing forces? How are the Germans portrayed in the text?

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Animals are a recurring motif throughout the text. What do animals represent in The Wars?

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