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Stephen ManesBe a Perfect Person in Just Three Days!
Stephen ManesFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1982A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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What is the purpose of Dr. Silverfish’s author photo? How does he trick his readers throughout his book into learning life lessons, and why does he use this approach instead of telling them outright how to gain self-confidence and willpower?
How does Milo’s relationship with his family impact his self-esteem? Are his family members in the wrong for their behavior? How does Milo overcome his insecurities around them?
Define “absurdism” and identify examples of it in the story. Why might Manes have used this approach? Does it convey the text’s themes to his intended audience more effectively?
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