Discussion Post
• The subtitle of this story is "A Tale for Children." Why and how does this seem like an apt description? An inapt or ironic one?
• How do the various characters interpret the winged man? How do they arrive at their interpretations? What might their interpretations reveal about them? About people and/or the process of interpretation in general?
• Why do so many people at first come to see the winged man and later stop doing so?
• Why is Elisenda so relieved when he finally flies away? What insights into human behavior might be revealed here? Might any constitute a theme?
• Compare and contrast the differing portrayal of the Spider-Girl and the Angel. Is there a wider purpose behind this contrast? How can the two be read as representing different approaches to literature?
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.