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Essay Topic 1

Discuss the six authors Forster quotes to illustrate the futility of studying works of literature in terms of chronology.

Essay Topic 2

What does Forster think about the motto "History develops, Art stands still"? How does he come back to that in the conclusion of his lecture series?

Essay Topic 3

What is the difference between the life in time and the life by value? How does Forster illustrate this point through the work of Sir Walter Scott?

Essay Topic 4

Why is Forster reluctant to admit that the primary component of a novel is its story?

Essay Topic 5

How does Forster tie in his main theme that the purpose of novels is to allow the reader a deeper, broader understanding of life with his discussion of the People aspect of the novel?

Essay Topic 6

What does Forster contend is the important difference between real people and people in...

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