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Perfume Topics for Discussion

What challenges does the author face when writing about the sense of smell?

What role does the personal human smell play in the novel? How does the author relate it to morality? To innocence?

Is Grenouille immoral? What about those who exploit him, such as Baldini, Taillade-Espinasse, and Druot?

How does Süskind treat religion in the novel?

What connection does Süskind suggest between the sense of smell and emotions such as love and passion?

What purpose does the episode in the cave serve in the narrative of the novel? Is it necessary?

Süskind repeatedly refers to Grenouille as tick-like. In what ways is this the case? How does this attribute of his character affect the story?

Is Grenouille a hero?

Should Grenouille be excused or forgiven for his actions?

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