EA300B Tom's Midnight Garden 2

This is a recording of an EA300B class discussing the book “Tom’s Midnight Garden.” The professor discusses student marks on the previous midterm, emphasizing the importance of depth and analysis in essays. The class then discusses the themes and characters of “Tom’s Midnight Garden,” highlighting the centrality of the character Hatti and the exploration of gender roles within the novel.
Highlights
🧑‍🏫 The professor stresses the importance of in-depth analysis and synthesis in essays, urging students to go beyond rote memorization.
📚 Students discuss the main characters in “Tom’s Midnight Garden,” particularly Hatti’s unconventional role as a strong female character.
🕰️ The class analyzes the novel’s setting, exploring how the shifting time periods and magical garden contribute to the overall themes.
🤔 The professor encourages students to consider the narrator’s voice and level of intrusion in shaping their understanding of the characters.
🗣️ The professor reminds students of the upcoming quiz and final exam, emphasizing the need to read secondary sources for a comprehensive understanding of the novel.