Methodical procedures in the interpretation of the novel The last of Stipančići by Vjenceslav Novak are exemplified in the graduate thesis. They are applicable in the analytical-interpretive and problem-creative methodical system. The novel is placed in the context of Croatian and European realism, and the literary work of Vjenceslav Novak is presented with regard to regionalism and universality. In characterizing the characters, the theoretical framework developed by Diklić (1990) was applied, and the characters were presented in a character map designed as a "male narrative" and a "female narrative". It includes relationships between characters and the forces that govern these relationships. The interpretation of the novel opened up moral-ethical issues related to authoritative relationships in the family and the issue of abortion. In the critical literature, the interpretation of the tragic end of Lucija Stipančić prevails exclusively from the point of inexperience and strict upbringing. The graduate thesis also refers to a direction that would take into account the powerlessness and weakness of Lucia's character, and these issues are addressed using examples of tasks that encourage creativity and critical thinking. The graduate thesis presents the results of a student questionnaire after a lesson in high school.