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56 pages 1 hour read

Mark Logue , Peter Conradi

The King's Speech

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2010

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Essay Topics

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King Edward VIII has perhaps the biggest influence on the life of his brother. His abdication sets the stage for an unexpected figure to step into the unwanted role as King. In what ways could Edward be considered the book’s most villainous character?

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There are many father/son relationships throughout the text. Which one results in the strongest bond between father and son?

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In what ways does The King’s Speech challenge traditional notions of class in Great Britain?

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