The Savage Detectives Essay Questions

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  1. 1

    How does Juan transform through the novel?

    Juan is initially shown to be a naïve and sexually inexperienced young adult who has not truly lived life. However, when he joins the Visceral Realists, he is struck by the bohemian lifestyle they lead. He quickly assimilates to the lifestyle and becomes involved in questionable activities, including becoming involved with the prostitute, Lupe, and selling marijuana to fund his lifestyle.

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    How is Lupe portrayed?

    Initially, when you meet Lupe she is portrayed as the typical damsel in distress in need of saving. Having been exploited and pimped out as a prostitute, she was trapped before Juan saved her. However, Lupe is her own strong woman and challenges Juan himself, most notable when she wins the knowledge game he sets up.

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