Claire is an "outlander" - a stranger or foreigner. In Outlander is a term defined as "a stranger or foreigner." The term "Sassenach" is also used to refer to her.
What makes Claire an "outlander?" How does she handle it? In what ways does her 20th century views clash with the 18th century views of those around her? Do you think this makes her more of an outlander? By the end of the book, do you think she has better found her place or is beginning to?
What makes Claire an "outlander?" How does she handle it? In what ways does her 20th century views clash with the 18th century views of those around her? Do you think this makes her more of an outlander? By the end of the book, do you think she has better found her place or is beginning to?