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Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Throughout the book, the wealth of the Europeans and the poverty of the natives is apparent. Compare and contrast the living conditions of the Europeans and those of the natives.

Essay Topic 2

Karen would like to hold onto her own happiness, but cannot. She would like to hold onto Lulu and keep her on the farm, but cannot. Explain how Lulu symbolizes Karen's fleeting happiness.

Essay Topic 3

Explain your own view of Karen Blixen, her life in Africa, how she meets challenges, how she relates to the natives, how she finally deals with the loss of her farm.

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