This book review was written by Eugene Kernes
Is This An Overview?
Ellen and Paul are visiting another country. Primarily for Paul’s mental health, but under
the pretext of Ellen’s research. Paul
has become lethargic, depressed, barely able to make decisions for
oneself. The change of scenery was meant
to help. Years have already been spent
on going from doctor to doctor when Ellen finds a better doctor. Paul feels like a burden on Ellen.
While waiting for Ellen, Paul meets McLaggan who is a
grandmother of a dying grandchild, Albert.
Albert liked medieval history.
McLaggan asked if Paul can share stories of the era to Albert. Medieval history was not Paul’s topic of
expertise, but begins to speak. Paul
finds the energy to speak to Albert for a long duration. Paul’s teaching appears to be a form of
therapy. What choice does Paul make when
the trip comes to an end?
