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Mark Logue , Peter ConradiThe King's Speech
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2010A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
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?
There are many father/son relationships throughout the text. Which one results in the strongest bond between father and son?
Compare and contrast the portrayal of the three love stories in the text: Bertie and Elizabeth, Myrtle and Lionel, and Edward and Wallis.
Throughout the book, many people make sacrifices. Which character makes the greatest sacrifice, whether it is for love, their country, or their friend?
How (if at all) does the book portray the moral complexities of the British Empire.
In what ways does technology affect the characters?
The institution of the British monarchy is central to the book. How does the book challenge the monarchy as an institution?
A number of characters make the long trip between Australia and Great Britain. In what ways is the cultural difference between the two countries portrayed in the book?
At one time or another, every character is affected by the death of a loved one. Which death do you believe had the greatest impact on the other characters and how?
