Dec 23, 2009

The Remains of the Day | Topics for Further Study

Imagine that the system of house servants described in The Remains of the Day exists today in the United States. Given the cultural differences, consider how the employer/employee relationship would be different and how duties would be defined differently. Prepare an orientation packet for a new butler as if you are an experienced butler.

Lord Darlington was passionate about the political and economic changes he witnessed after World War I so he organized an unofficial summit meeting. What wrongs do you feel need to...