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  • Essay / Book Report on Head Case by Sarah Aronson - 678

    I read the book Head Case by Sarah Aronson.CharactersFrank Marder: Frank is the main character in the book. At seventeen, Frank makes the bad decision to drive drunk after a party. He crashes his car and kills two people and is paralyzed from the neck down. The fight against his paralysis reminds him of the accident that he must learn to deal with on a daily basis. By the end of the book, Frank learns to accept his condition and becomes grateful for what he is still capable of doing. Frank's Parents: Frank's parents spend countless hours every day helping Frank and making sure he has everything he needs. They must learn to adapt to a selfless life that puts Frank's needs ahead of their own. Although it is often difficult and frustrating, they eventually come together as a family to make the best of their situation. Ruth Stein: Ruth is the mother of Meredith Stein, Frank's girlfriend who was killed in the accident. After her daughter's death, she was heavy-hearted and unforgiving, but as the story progressed, Ruth was able to forgive and was one of Frank's biggest supporters. She blogged as "anonymous" and told people they shouldn't be so hard on Frank: he's paralyzed for the rest of his life. forever. One Saturday night, Frank was at a party with his friends and having a great time. They were dancing, talking and drinking. After the party, and a few too many drinks, he was driving his girlfriend, Meredith, home and crashed. Frank killed two people that night: Meredith and an old man who was crossing the street. In addition to killing two people because of his bad decision that night, Frank was paralyzed... middle of paper ......cts with his parents when they try to help him. He and his parents get frustrated and impatient when something doesn't go as planned. Arguments often occur regarding how Frank wants something done because he can't do it himself. Person versus Society: Frank must learn to deal with people who don't forgive his mistake and think he should receive additional punishment. It is difficult for him to hear negative remarks and callous comments from strangers that he should face greater consequences, even if he is paralyzed for life. Person vs. Nature: Frank encounters many problems with his surroundings and surroundings. Since he is unable to move anything below his neck, it is difficult to maneuver and live comfortably in his environment. His inability to move into his home and be self-sufficient is a constant battle between Frank and nature..