Forgive Me, Leonard Peacock

Why does Herr Silverman say, “Different is good. But different is hard. Believe me, I know.” (121)? How does his story connect with Leonard’s, and how does Leonard react when he finally hears it?

How does Leonard depict Linda, and how does her absence affect him? How does he feel about her at the end of the novel, and why?

Why does Leonard say he wants to give away four gifts on his birthday? Are there other reasons he doesn’t state as directly? Support your answer with quotes from the text. 

Leonard describes an important turning point in his and Asher’s friendship during Chapter 27. What happened, and how did it change both characters? Why does Leonard claim that “I think Asher wanted me to save him” (183)?

What does Leonard want from Lauren Rose? What does she want from him? How do their differing perspectives lead to conflict?

Summarize Herr Silverman’s point of view during the pivotal conversation in Chapter 32. How does he help Leonard decide to throw his gun away?

Briefly describe the four “Letters from the Future.” Who wrote them, and how does the reading experience change once Quick reveals their author?

How does Leonard prepare for the murder-suicide, and why does he select the Nazi P-38 as his weapon? Why does he say, “I’m / a / terrible / soldier” (194), when he stands before Asher Beal’s bedroom window?