The Corrections

Brief Overview

The novel "The Corrections" by Jonathan Franzen tells the story of the Lambert family, consisting of parents Enid and Alfred and their three adult children: Gary, Chip, and Denise. Alfred suffers from Parkinson's disease, and Enid is determined to bring the whole family together for one last Christmas celebration in their old home in St. Jude. Each of the children faces personal and professional challenges: Gary is experiencing a marital crisis, Chip is trying to find himself after a failed academic career, and Denise is grappling with her sexual orientation and career challenges. The novel explores themes of family relationships, personal failures, and attempts to correct past mistakes.