Steven's Father Flashcards
1
Q
He looks up to his father as the epitome of professionalism
A
“My father was indeed the embodiment of dignity”.
2
Q
Formal relationship between him and his father
A
for some years my father and I had tended - for some reason I have never really fathomed - to converse less and less.
3
Q
Prison cell, mirror to Stevens’ study. Enhances the concept of butlers as slaves to their masters both through their professions and also their moral guidance.
A
I recall my impression at the time was of having stepping into a prison cell.
4
Q
His father’s ability to suppress his emotions
A
betrayed no emotion whatsoever
- when he demotes his father
