The Thirteen Clocks | Topics for Discussion & Projects

The Thirteen Clocks Topics for Discussion

1. What are the main features of the Duke's character? What does he seem to want from life?

2. Why does the Duke want to marry Saralinda?

3. Why did the Duke stop the clocks in the castle by slaying time?

4. What are the main features of the Golux's character? What does he seem to want from life?

5. How can we explain Thurber's choice to have the Golux also be Listen, the Duke's spy? Why is his name Listen?

6. Why does the Duke call the Golux a mere device?

7. While the Duke awaits Zorn's return, some strange objects come down the stairs. What is happening then?

What do these objects suggest?

8. Why do the tears of sorrow last forever while the tears of laughter last only two weeks?