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Discuss Stephen's character and how it changes throughout the story.
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Discuss Stephen's character and how it changes throughout the story. Birdsong, written by Sebastian Faulks, is a book described by many as a classic. A "magnificent, deeply moving, sleep-disturbing and powerful" novel, as said by reviewers from all around the globe. The protagonist of this novel, Stephen Wraysford, is a fascinating character because he makes important decisions that not only change his own future, but also that of others. This novel is set before, during, and after the First World War, and even though, in 1970, Stephen has died, he is still the focus of the story. We first meet Stephen in Paris, in 1910, when he is staying with the Azaire family, who own, and run a textiles factory. We find out that his boss in England has sent Stephen to France, to find out more about how a large factory is run. He has previously only worked on the accounting side...
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