Eric Linklater's Private Angelo and the Dark of Summer

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Christopher Nicol's SCOTNOTE study guide examines two of Linklater's novels, Private Angelo and The Dark of Summer. The social, cultural and political backgrounds of each novel are discussed and contrasted. This guide is suitable for senior school pupils and students at all levels.

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Eric Linklater and his work Private Angelo: Introduction Private Angelo: Synopsis Private Angelo: Themes -Loyalty in time of war -Occupation and liberation -The several faces of courage Private Angelo: Characters -The men -The women The Dark of Summer: Introduction The Dark of Summer: Synopsis The Dark of Summer: Themes -The corrosive power of memory -Betrayal -The transforming power of war The Dark of Summer: Characters Bibliography