The Book and the Brotherhood | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Book - This is the focus of the novel. Written by David Crimond, it outlines his vision of political and social revolution.

The Tower - This is the property owned by Duncan and Jean Cambus and located in the county of Warwick in Ireland.

Jenkin's House - This is a small terraced home in London where Gerard and Tamar often visit.

Staffordshire Dogs - These are porcelain dogs owned by Jenkin.

Grey - This is the name of Gerard's childhood pet.

College Scarf - This is an old scarf belonging to Gerard...
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