The Chrysalids

by John Wyndham Parkes Lucas Beyn Harris

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What are some of the major and minor themes of The Chrysalids?

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The society that exists in this story is one full of fear and prejudice. The people live their lives according to the Old Testament of the Bible, not allowing for anyone or anything that is not...

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The overriding thematic concern in The Chrysalids (1955) is Wyndham's concern that humankind is not equipped to contend with and triumph through the changes facing the world during, and...

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The themes surrounding The Chrysalids are:

 

- Alienation of the individual and the creation of a perfect society

- Conflict & Resolution

- Struggle for Survival

- Moral Justifications

Posted by faithteaches on October 12, 2010 at 4:00 PM

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