Being Henry David

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Download PDF

Access Full Guide

Summary

Background

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapters 1-4

Chapters 5-7

Chapters 8-11

Chapters 12-15

Chapters 16-18

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

Tools

Discussion Questions

Essay Topics

How does Danny’s memory loss drive the narrative? Which plot elements and conflicts directly result from his amnesia? How are Danny’s decisions and relationships impacted by his amnesia?

Explore Danny’s relationship with Henry David Thoreau’s Walden. In what ways does Danny connect with the text? Why does he admire Thoreau?

Consider Danny’s evolving connections with Jack and Nessa Zane, Thomas, and Hailey. What role does each character play in Danny’s personal journey?