The Girl in His Shadow

The narrative is delivered by a third-person omniscient narrator. How would the text be different if the narrator were limited in omniscience to only one character? Alternatively, how would the story change if it were narrated in the first person by Nora, Daniel, or even Dr. Croft?

Nora is a woman in a male-dominated profession. Aside from her inability to secure a formal education in England, what obstacles does she face in this position, and how does the narrative portray these unspoken limitations? Incorporate at least three examples from the text to support your analysis.

What role does class play in shaping Victorian society’s expectations and treatment of any given person? Analyze the social positions of at least three different characters in your response.