Conversation Topics
Lysistrata by Aristophanes
Pick a story conflict to push the characters' buttons
The Justification of Extreme Measures
"Is sacrificing individual happiness and autonomy ever truly justifiable for the sake of a greater good?"
Gender Roles and Power Dynamics
"To what extent should societal expectations dictate the roles and responsibilities of men and women?"
Individual Desire vs. Collective Good
"When do the demands of the collective good supersede the rights and desires of the individual?"
The Nature of Persuasion
"Are all persuasive methods equally justifiable, or are some inherently manipulative and unethical, even when used for a noble cause?"
💡 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.