The Sandman, Vol. 1: Preludes & Nocturnes The Sandman, Vol. 1 question


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Edwin Edwin Feb 22, 2021 08:37AM
Preludes and Nocturnes

1. What are some of the other names that are used to refer to Dream used throughout Preludes and Nocturnes?

2. What are some ways in which Dream's appearance changes based on who is interacting with him?

3. How does Gaiman's depiction of Death differ from classic depictions of the character, such as the Grim Reaper?

The Doll's House
1. Why doesn't Hob Gadling die?

2. Why does Dream feel obligated to destroy Rose Walker?

3. What purpose does Corinthian most likely serve in the Dreaming?

4. Why do you think Desire tries to manipulate Dream?

5. What does the doll house represent? Who are the dolls that live in the dolls house: mortals or the Endless?

Dream Country

1. Dream and Calliope clearly have a complicated past. How does this influence Dream's decision to rescue Calliope and secure her release from captivity?

2. Death visits Rainie rather than Dream. How and why is this significant?

3. Would you continue to finish the series?

4. How many stars do you give each of the series?



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