"Tender is the Night" Quiz
A promising psychiatrist's life unravels as he becomes entangled in the complexities of love, desire, and mental illness amongst the American expatriate community on the French Riviera.
classics | 352 pages | Published in 2011
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Essay questions
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- How does the setting of the French Riviera contribute to the overall atmosphere of the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'Tender is the Night' in relation to the characters and their experiences.
- What role does the character of Dick Diver play in the exploration of the American expatriate experience in the novel?
- In what ways does the novel address themes of love, betrayal, and disillusionment?
- How does the narrative structure of the novel, including the use of flashbacks, contribute to the development of the plot and characters?
- Discuss the portrayal of mental illness and its impact on the characters in the novel.
- What is the significance of the novel's historical context, including the aftermath of World War I, in shaping the characters and their relationships?
