The Sparrow Summary
Mary Doria Russell

Everything you need to understand or teach The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell.

  • The Sparrow Summary & Study Guide
  • 30 The Sparrow Lessons
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  • 180 Multiple Choice Questions
  • 60 Short Essay Questions
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The Sparrow Summary

A group of friends is brought together by the discovery of an extraterrestrial transmission from a foreign planet. The planet is called Rakhat and the find is a catalyst for exciting and tragic events that follow. Emilio Sandoz, the central character, is a priest of the Society of Jesus. After escaping a shady past of drugs and violence through priesthood, he becomes a skilled linguist. His path with the Society of...

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