Talk:The Heart of the Matter

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Scobie's loss of his only child, revealed in a glancing British way, is at the heart of this novel. Scobie, the reliable protector of life, was unable to save his own daughter from death. He seems now unable to bear the possibility of even disappointing anyone who depends on him. His wife, his mistress or even Yoseff. Though the book seems theologically muddled, it testifes to an emotional truth. God puts us in an impossible place when he takes an innocent's life. If we can forgive him that, what might he not forgive us?

Contents 1 Scobie comforts the dying girl 2 Ali 3 Apologies 4 "The American Way" 5 Fair use rationale for Image:GrahamGreene The HeartOfTheMatter.jpg

[edit] Scobie comforts the dying girl

Someone mistakenly changed "One young girl dies as Scobie tries.." to "One young boy dies as Scobie tries.." under the belief that it was vandalism. I would like to point out how important this part is. Scobie was not present for the death of his own daughter, this scene demonstrates that he cannot escape the things he avoids and puts off (Scobie is a great procrastinator) - pain, misery, suffering.

[edit] Ali

I was shocked to see that there was no mention of Ali. I have added him to the character list, and tried to make a brief mention about his death. However, I am an infrequent wikipedia user and do not have enough understanding to add more appropriately.

As a literature student I found that Ali was of great importance, especially in the way Scobie thinks of him. Although he is a servant, Scobie has fond memorys of past travels, and Ali has cared for him through sickness. When Ali sees Helen and Scobie together, it is the first time Scobie ever felt shame in front of the boy.

Ali's death is also a rather emotional and revealing scene for Scobie.

Just thought I would mention it in the hope that someone would be able to write more about him.

[edit] Apologies

I'm sorry if I have abused the discussion page, normally I only ever read wikipedia, but this time I noticed some large oversights/mistakes, and thought I should correct them. I have seen the discussion paged used in this fashion on other wikis, but I'm not sure if this is appropriate here.

I could add my own analysis of various parts, but a lot of that would be down to personal perceptions, and I'm quite sure that's not what wikipedia is about - designed to provide factual information rather than an individual's criticisms and understandings.

Always try to talk - but do add your signature by using ~~~~ the four tildes. :: Kevinalewis : ^{(Talk Page)}/_(Desk) 16:11, 25 April 2006 (UTC)

[edit] "The American Way"

In the "Themes" section it says "Truth, Justice, and the American Way" - I was wondering where exactly the American Way comes into this novel? considered it's set in a British colony in Africa...

[edit] Fair use rationale for Image:GrahamGreene The HeartOfTheMatter.jpg

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