2666

In what ways does the fragmented structure of 2666 mirror the thematic interplay between past and present, and how does this affect your perception of time?

What is the significance of the unsolved murders of women in Santa Teresa, and how do they reflect societal attitudes toward women’s suffering within 2666?

How does 2666 portray the human quest for meaning as a form of investigation, and what impact does this search have on the characters’ perceptions of reality?

In what ways does 2666 explore the relationship between identity and race through its cultural and geographical landscapes?

How do the characters in the novel recognize and confront the existence of a Hidden Evil Within Society?

How do literal and metaphorical borders govern the lives and worldviews of the characters in 2666?

To what extent do the characters use literary criticism to define their relationship with the outside world? How is this limiting? How is this helpful?

Is Klaus Haas guilty, and to what extent does the subject of his guilt influence the themes of justice and injustice in the text? How can Haas be viewed as a metaphor for society’s violence?