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A Family Matter
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Essay Topics
How does Heron’s character at the age of 65 compare to how he was when he was 25? What are the continuities in his character, and how has he changed or developed?
Maggie has made a successful life for herself, but is she completely satisfied? What are the internal conflicts she has but does not necessarily express to anyone?
Discuss Maggie’s relationship with her husband Conor. How does he compare to Heron? Which of Conor’s qualities might appeal to Maggie, and what qualities does he bring to family life that are different from what Heron brings?
