Robinson Crusoe | Topics for Discussion
1. In what ways does Robinson Crusoe attempt to "civilize" his environment? How successful is he in these attempts? How does his environment strip him of the veneer of civilization he has acquired through his upbringing?
2. Name some of the methods by which Defoe reveals Crusoe's character to the reader.
3. Robinson Crusoe frequently credits or blames Providence for his experiences. Based on your reading of the book, how do you think Crusoe defines Providence? In what ways is Providence a major influence on Crusoe's life?
4. Some commentators have argued that...
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