Saturday

Main Ideas

• Exploration of the everyday life and inner world of the main character, neurosurgeon Henry Perowne, over the course of one day.
• Reflections on the modern world, politics, and social issues, including terrorism and the Iraq War.
• The theme of family relationships and the importance of family in a person's life.
• Ethical and moral dilemmas faced by the protagonist in his professional and personal life.
• The impact of random events and encounters on a person's life and their perception of the world.