Conversation Topics
The Jungle Book by Kipling, Rudyard
Pick a story conflict to push the characters' buttons
Nature vs. Nurture
"Is Mowgli fundamentally human, or has the jungle irrevocably shaped him into something else, regardless of his biological origins?"
The Law vs. Compassion
"When does strict adherence to the Law of the Jungle become detrimental, and when is it justifiable to bend or break the rules for the sake of compassion or survival?"
Fear vs. Respect
"Is it better to rule through fear, like Shere Khan, or through genuine respect, like Akela, and what are the long-term consequences of each approach?"
Tradition vs. Progress
"Is it wiser to adhere to the traditional ways of the jungle, or to adapt and embrace new ideas and methods, even if they challenge the established order?"
💡 How Authors- Works
Characters naturally disagree on some subjects, as the author intended! Discover the tensions that drive the story, and get a better understanding of the story's deeper meaning. Features: pre-loaded questions; clickable prompts; characters who remember and talk authentically based on their values, and, sometimes, from what they learned. Jump back into your favorite stories in a whole new way.