Alexander Biddenhurst and His Ideology

     Please go through the novel _Black Thunder_ and reread all the
passages in which Alexander Biddenhurst speaks, or in which his
thoughts are given. There are not very many, and they are important.

     What is the function of Biddenhurst in this novel? Not only in
terms of the plot (in fact, he plays little if any role in the
advancement of the revolt), but ideologically, in terms of the ideas
her represents? Discuss these ideas.

     Please write about 300 words, and email to your group.