Discuss Nathan Zuckerman. Who is Nathan Zuckerman? Why has he come to visit Lonoff? What does Zuckerman hope to get from Lonoff? Why? Are Zuckerman's expectations reasonable? Why or why not?

Discuss Lonoff. Does Lonoff like begin a writer? Why is Lonoff's work only just beginning to gain recognition? What is the result of this new found celebrity? Why does Lonoff live on a farm? What is Lonoff avoiding?

Discuss Amy Bellette. Who is Amy Bellette? Why has she come to America? What does Amy want from Lonoff? How does this compare to what Zuckerman wants from Lonoff? Is Amy having an affair with Lonoff?

Who is Anne Frank? Why does Amy believe she is Anne Frank? Is Amy Anne Frank? How does this belief affect Zuckerman? Is Zuckerman in love with Amy? Why does Amy choose not to tell anyone but Lonoff that...