Culture and values refer to the shared social practices, relations, and beliefs of a community of people. A text may be embedded with a writer's values or represent a particular culture in different perspectives. An examination of Michael Ondaatje's The English Patient, Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness, and stimulus material, reveals that culture and values, especially those of Europeans and their effects on other cultures and values, are represented in a variety of ways. In each text, the characters, settings, narratology, and themes show how culture and values are being represented.

A comparison essay between "The English Patient" and "The Ecclesiazusae."

Analyzes Michael Ondaatje's novel, "The English Patient." Discusses Ondaatje's use of symbolism and explores the meanings of many of the symbols used in the text.

The English Patient by Michael Ondatje - deals with characters inescapable ties of national identity.

A comparison of the film and novel versions of "The English Patient" by Michael Ondaatje. The film medium better portrays the era and characters, in the author's opinion.