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Graham Greene

The Heart of the Matter

Graham GreeneFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1948

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Essay Topics

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What is Greene’s view of the Catholic Church? And what role does Father Rank play in informing that perspective?

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How does pity and responsibility shape Scobie’s actions? And how might readers understand Scobie’s character traits in relation to broader themes?

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What role does Yusef play in the narrative? Describe his relationship to Scobie.

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