The author describes that there are several similarities between the Roman Empire and the fictional nation of Panem. According to the author the name 'Panem' comes from a Latin phrase 'Panem et Circenses' which means 'Bread and Circuses.'"Mockingjay" has 27 chapters. The book is divided into three parts with nine chapters in each. The same structure was used by the author in her earlier series "The Underland Chronicles." Quick Guide: Mockingjay Copyright Chapter One: Introduction Chapter Two: Plot Overview Chapter Three: Characters Chapter Four: Major Themes Chapter Five: Complete Summary Part One Part Two Part Three Chapter Six: Response