Name: The Last Chairlift by John Irving - A Visionary Family Saga
SKU: 9781501189289
Author: John Irving
ISBN: 9781501189289

Question 1

What is the primary setting for 'The Last Chairlift'?

Accepted Answer

The primary setting for 'The Last Chairlift' is Aspen, Colorado, where much of the story's past and present unfolds, particularly around the Hotel Jerome.

Question 2

Who is the main protagonist of the story?

Accepted Answer

The main protagonist is Adam, the son of Rachel 'Little Ray' Brewster, who embarks on a quest to uncover his family's past.

Question 3

What kind of themes does John Irving explore in this novel?

Accepted Answer

John Irving explores themes of unconventional families, sexual tolerance, the impact of the past on the present, and spectral encounters, continuing his legacy as a 'bard of alternative families'.

Question 4

Are there any supernatural elements in 'The Last Chairlift'?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the novel features supernatural elements, as Adam encounters 'ghosts' in Aspen, and these are not the first or last he sees throughout the narrative.

The Last Chairlift: A John Irving Novel of Family Secrets and Ghosts

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