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Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Lucy and William's relationship. How does this relationship, and particularly Lucy's understanding of it, change throughout the novel? What regrets does she have about it, and what about it is valuable to her? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay exploring Lucy's upbringing in rural Illinois. Lucy grew up in bleak poverty, and was essentially ushered into the world by her first husband, William. In what ways does Lucy's upbringing -- her family life and how she was raised -- continue to impact her, even well into adulthood? Use examples from the text as support.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay exploring Lucy's relationship to her daughters. What is the nature of these relationships, and how do they compare to her relationship with her own mother, or to William's relationship with his mother? Use examples from the text...

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