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Mark Haddon

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the-curious-incident-of-the-dog-in-the-night-time-mark-haddonChristopher, Chapter 19think prime numbers are like life. They are very logical but you could never work out the rules.Sources: The British Council, The Guardian, The Huffington PostCopyright © 2017 Course Hero, Inc.DiagramsRepresent order for Christopher when he’s overwhelmedDogsEmbody the death and rebirth of Christopher’s innocenceSwiss Army KnifeSymbolizes security for Christopher when he’s afraidSymbolsChristopher BooneBehaviorally challenged teenager with high intelligence in math and science; sets out to solve the murder of a neighbor’s dogEd BooneChristopher’s conflicted yet proud father; lies to his son and kills the neighbor’s dog but regains his son’s trustJudy BooneChristopher’s overwhelmed yet loving mother; escapes the responsibilities of caring for her behaviorally challenged son but reunites with himMain CharactersThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time marked Haddon’s transition from TV to novel writing, bringing him instant fame and heated controversy. Some found his portrayal of the seemingly autistic narrator inaccurate and offensive. Still, the novel became a commercial and critical success.MARK HADDONBORN 1962AuthorThe Boone family works together to regain trust after multiple betrayals.Family & ForgivenessChristopher learns he must mature emotionally to have a “normal” life.NormalcyChristopher’s value system is based on truth, and lies are especially hurtful.TruthFifteen-year-old Christopher Boone suffers from unusual “behavioral problems” that complicate his daily life. The murder of a neighborhood dog prompts Christopher to overcome his personal struggles and solve the mystery, uncovering troubling secrets about his parents in the process.A Dead Dog & a Family SecretTHEMESEnglishOriginal Language2003Year PublishedMark HaddonAuthorThe Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-TimeMysteryNovel
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