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Memoirs of a Geisha Topics for Discussion
What was Mr. Tanaka's motivation in selling Sayuri? Was it purely financial gain or did he have her best interests at heart?
To what extent do you believe Sayuri controlled her own fate?
To what extent does success depend on beauty in the life of a geisha?
Do you believe that Sayuri's betrayal of Nobu was justified?
How successful is the narrative voice of Sayuri?
Explain how Hatsumomo's greed and jealousy lead to her eventual downfall.
In what ways do the Japanese views of seduction differ from Western views of seduction?
The themes of betrayal and revenge are central to the novel. How integral were they to the culture at the time?
Women's roles at the time were limited and controlled by men. How much do you agree with this statement?
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