"Loose Change" by Andrea Levy

Darcy Bussell, my favourite rose, the beauty queen in my garden
Darcy Bussell, my favourite rose, the beauty queen in my garden

A portrait of the real Darcy Bussell

 

Assignment:

Read the short story "Loose change" and find out:

 

Where is this portrait to be seen?

Who was Darcy Bussell?

What do the main characters think about the portrait? Do their art tastes differ?

Which of their opinions do you share?

What are your personal impressions of the portrait? Describe and analyse it.