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Explore the ways Frayn presents the relationship between Stephen and Keith

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Explore the ways Frayn presents the relationship between Stephen and Keith From the beginning the audience learn that there is a sense of hierarchy in Keith and Stephens' relationship, that Stephen is ever more aware of "even then, of my incomprehensible good fortune in being Keith's friend" even as a child. Such a friendship is conveyed through the hierarchy and is significant in the development of Stephens' character, and this is inherent from Chapter two beginning with the comparison Stephen makes of himself in relation to Keith. However it is important to remember that this high regard which Stephen does hold is implied through Frayn's presentation proves that his perception is unreliable. The twin narrative in spies represents the same person at two different stages in his life. This idea introduces uncertainty because the narrator constantly questions himself and therefore as the audience it is open to interpretation as to...

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