This study of The Twelfth Day of July by Joan Lingard offers students an engaging and thought-provoking exploration of sectarian conflict and its impact on individual and collective experiences. Through the compelling narrative of this coming-of-age novel set in Northern Ireland during the Troubles, students will explore the themes of friendship, loyalty, and the consequences of prejudice and sectarianism.

Throughout this unit, students will delve into Lingard's masterful storytelling as they analyse the characters’ experiences and perspectives, fostering empathy and critical thinking. By examining the complexities of a divided society, students will gain a deeper understanding of the dangers of accepting in-group perspectives and beliefs uncritically and the transformative power of personal relationships.

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Author: Emily Bosco

Format: PDF download

ISBN: 978 1 923140 06 6