Memnoch the Devil | Topics for Discussion & Projects

Memnoch the Devil Topics for Discussion

In the opening prologue of the book, Lestat addresses the reader directly and states that he has set the task of being the hero of the book. Explain how you think he failed or succeeded in this task through his actions or words.

At one point in his description of Dora, Roger says that sexual prohibition destroyed Christianity. What do you think of this statement? Do you agree or disagree and why?

Describe your theories as to what it was about Roger that attracted Lestat to love him.

After hearing Memnoch's description of the Creation, what are variations and similarities from the version that you may have been told?

Why do you think that Memnoch was so drawn to the humans and their actions, in comparison to the other angels?

Compare and contrast Lestat and Memnoch.

In the moment when Memnoch and God Incarnate speak before...
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