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• A Tale of Two Ishmaels

  Bussey holds a master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies and a bachelor’s degree in English literature. She is an independent writer specializing in literature. In the following essay, she demonstrates how Ishmael Chambers would have experienced a different fate had he been more like Moby Dick’s narrator, Ishmael.

• Interview and Essay about David Guterson and Snow Falling on Cedars

  In the following interview-essay, Guterson discusses influences, inspirations, and sense of place in his works.

• Problems in Snow Falling on Cedars

  In this review, the critic praises Guterson for his research but criticizes Snow Falling on Cedars for its uneven pace and the underdevelopment of its main character.

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1. Snow Falling on Cedars: Introduction
2. Snow Falling on Cedars: Summary
   1. Chapters 1-11 Summary
   2. Chapters 12-22 Summary
   3. Chapters 23-32 Summary
3. Snow Falling on Cedars: David Guterson Biography
4. Snow Falling on Cedars: Themes
5. Snow Falling on Cedars: Style
6. Snow Falling on Cedars: Historical Context
7. Snow Falling on Cedars: Critical Overview
8. Snow Falling on Cedars: Character Analysis
   1. Ishmael Chambers
   2. Hatsue (Imada) Miyamoto
   3. Kabuo Miyamoto
   4. Other Characters
9. Snow Falling on Cedars: Essays and Criticism
   1. A Tale of Two Ishmaels
   2. Interview and Essay about David Guterson and Snow Falling on Cedars
   3. Problems in Snow Falling on Cedars
10. Snow Falling on Cedars: Compare and Contrast
11. Snow Falling on Cedars: Topics for Further Study
12. Snow Falling on Cedars: Media Adaptations
13. Snow Falling on Cedars: What Do I Read Next?
14. Snow Falling on Cedars: Bibliography and Further Reading
15. Snow Falling on Cedars: Pictures
16. Copyright

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