In Matt Cohen's moving novel Elizabeth and After, Elizabeth has died leaving her son Carl, her husband William, and her lover Adam, to deal with their respective grief. The story starts dramatically with Elizabeth’s death and then moves back to look at her important relationships. The story, spanning four generations, is a tapestry woven from the guilt and regret of three specific men—William, Carl, and Adam—over Elizabeth’s death. Her memory invokes strong emotions in each; they all feel abandoned without her.

Bookclub-in-a-Box tracks Cohen's observations:

• How the life and death of one person can bind together and influence the lives of others, both day-to-day and in memory.
• How one's choices influence the future.
• The role of family in the formation of identity.
• The role of chance, choice, and fate in our lives.

Every Bookclub-in-a-Box PDF discussion guide includes complete coverage of the themes and symbols, writing style and interesting background information on the novel and the author.

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