Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What is the setting for the novel?

The story takes place in Savannah, Georgia, from 1981 to 1990. Savannah is a coastal city in Georgia known for its historic preservation and Southern charm.

2. Who is Jim Williams?

Jim Williams is a prominent member of Savannah society, a wealthy antiques dealer, and self-assured "Southern chauvinist." Williams owns several prominent antebellum homes in Savannah and is well-known for his annual Christmas party at Mercer House, one of these historical mansions in which he lives.

3. How does the narrator develop a fascination with Savannah?

The narrator begins his fascination with Savannah by explaining that the cost of one evening's meal in New York City is comparable to a weekend in another location. One weekend, the narrator and a group of friends travel to Charleston, South Carolina, and he decides to spend an extra night visiting Savannah.