Debating the Symbolism in “A Hunger Artist”
What is the “real” allegory in this story? Is this a story that symbolizes:
1) The artistic struggle, and the lack of appreciation and isolation of an artist?
2) The foolishness of artists, who choose death and despair over happiness?
3) The artist and his aesthetics as saintly or Christ-like?
During class, you will split into three debate teams based on your choice above, and your team will go back through story to make their arguments!
o Each team should have three major points to present to the class, back and forth, one at a time! (approx. 2-3 min. to make each point)
o Each team should provide and explain textual evidence as support of each point.
o At least three members from each team must speak!
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