58 pages 1 hour read

Christopher Moore

Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Essay Topics

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What is the effect of the author’s use of first-person narration? What is the significance of the switch from first-person narration in the numbered parts to third-person in the epilogue?

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How does Maggie’s character arc contribute to Christopher Moore’s development of the theme of Friendship and Loyalty? What does her presence in the novel’s resolution signify?

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In what ways are lambs an effective symbol for Joshua? Discuss the significance of Moore titling the novel Lamb.