Ordinary People Study Guide consists of approx. 71 pages of summaries and analysis on Ordinary People by Judith Guest. Browse the literature study guide below:
We are introduced to the main character, Conrad, who is having trouble getting up this morning. His mind is wandering, toying vaguely with the idea that a person's life can be summed up like a bumper sticker. He thinks about time he has recently spent in a hospital, recalling things his doctor said to him and trying to convince himself that he is okay. He has been home for one month as of today. After his father calls him to make sure he is out of bed, he gets up and dresses for school. Everything is a chore, but he feels better maintaining a routine. It's what helps him get through the day. (
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Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16 Chapter 17 Chapter 18 Chapter 19 Chapter 20 Chapter 21 Chapter 22 Chapter 23 Chapter 24 Chapter 25 Chapter 26 Chapter 27 Chapter 28 Chapter 29 Chapter 30 Chapter 31 Epilogue Critical Essay #1 Critical Essay #2 Critical Essay #3
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