91 pages 3 hours read

Christopher Paolini

Eragon

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2002

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All the central characters in the novel are involved in the pursuit of power. This objective can be viewed both positively and negatively. Choose one example that illustrates the negative pursuit of power and one that illustrates the constructive pursuit. Compare and contrast them.

2.

Eragon undergoes a personal transformation over the course of the story. Rather than keying on the growth of his physical skills, describe his psychological growth.

3.

Other magical creatures than dragons are featured in the novel. How does Solembum help Eragon? How is the werecat’s assistance different than that offered by Saphira?

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