Legends of the Fall | Topics for Discussion & Projects

Legends of the Fall Topics for Discussion

In Revenge, what makes Tibey and Cochran stop their vengeance? Discuss the importance of revenge in all three stories. In what ways do other characters attempt to get even? In what ways do they resign themselves away from revenge?

Discuss the importance of Nordstrom's dancing habit. What does his dancing all night at the end of the novel signify?

Discuss the relationship between Tristan and Susannah. What does Tristan's treatment of her say about his character? Discuss Tristan's other relationships and the effect of each on his life.

Discuss the affect of Tristan's blasphemy on his life. In what ways does his blasphemy affect his circumstances or influence his decisions?

Discuss the limited use of dialog in the novel. How might more dialog change the novel?

Compare and contrast the three main characters, Cochran, Nordstrom, and Tristan. How are they alike? In what ways do they differ? How do their...
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