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James Hogg

The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1824

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Essay Topics

1.

The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner is narrated, in part, by the editor. What is the function of this anonymous editor?

2.

Does James Hogg make an argument for or against living a secular life? Strengthen your response with textual evidence.

3.

Consider the presentation of women in the novel. Are women held to different moral standards? How does Rabina influence the development of Robert’s morality?