The Corrections
eng. The Corrections · 2001
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Main Ideas
- Family relationships and their complexity: the book explores the dynamics of the Lambert family, showing how past mistakes and misunderstandings affect the present.
- Contemporary societal issues: Franzen touches on themes of capitalism, consumerism, and moral decline in the modern world.
- Psychological issues and personal crises: characters face depression, illness, and internal conflicts, reflecting their struggle for self-definition and happiness.
- Aging and illness: the book shows how aging and diseases like dementia affect both family and individual identity.
- Corrections and changes: the title of the book symbolizes the characters' attempts to fix their lives and relationships despite difficulties and resistance.

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Date of publication: 31 July 2024
Last updated: 18 August 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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