Gun Island

Although Deen is the narrator of the book, he appears to be less a protagonist and more an observer within the story. Do you agree with this? Support your response with examples from the text.

Gun Island is primarily set in two different places—the mangrove forests of the Sunderbans and the Italian city of Venice. What is the significance of these settings? Examine the similarities and differences of these places, and explain how they both play into the story thematically.

Comment on the role of technology within the book. What are the different themes it ties into? How does it facilitate the changing face of the world, with respect to accessibility and information? What is the impact of technology on the natural environment?