1. Who is Robert Walton? What is he searching for? What is his attitude toward his quest? What do these details suggest to you about his character?
2. In this letter to his sister, what does Walton say he longs for? Why do you think Walton feels lonely even though he is on board a ship with a full crew?
3. How does Walton respond to the stranger? Why do you think Walton is drawn to the stranger?
2. In this letter to his sister, what does Walton say he longs for? Why do you think Walton feels lonely even though he is on board a ship with a full crew?
3. How does Walton respond to the stranger? Why do you think Walton is drawn to the stranger?