Watership Down by Richard Adams

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Description:

This novel uses rabbits as literary characters in a beast fable rich in social, political, and anthropological implications. Adams draws from the archetypal patterns and characters identified by Jung to make this tale of rabbits resound with elements of humanity’s most primal tales of existence. The utopian rabbit community is used to explore humankind’s struggle for ideals, dignity, and freedom.

Activities:

Students examine the novel’s structure, study literary genres, analyze literary devices, and identify archetypal patterns. They also review characterization and plot, consider the social roles and political systems the rabbit communities represent, and evaluate critical reviews

Supplementary materials include journal topics, discussion questions, essay questions, and a supplemental reading list. Reading quizzes with answer keys may be used for review or assessment.

Ethical Values:

Courage
Freedom
Peace
Responsibility