Shadow & Claw | Topics for Discussion & Projects

Shadow & Claw Topics for Discussion

Severian tells the reader that symbols control people and that people are shaped by symbols after Vodalus gives him the coin in the grave yard. For this story do you feel this is an accurate statement? Give examples from the story to support your answer.

Discuss any differences that can be found in Severian's nature after he takes part in the feast with Vodalus because of Thecla's influence over him. Explain.

Jonas describes himself and Severian as monsters. Take into consideration what you know about both of these characters. List the characteristics that they share and what they exhibit that show a difference between them.

You see that Severian doesn't attach himself to just one woman, and in the book he lists all the women he loves and desires. Speculate, given the information in the book, on why this is.

Agia and Dorcas come to Severian at about...
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