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Essay Topic 1

Somewhat confusing details are given about the America's Cup. Why does Wambaugh provide these details? Are they important to the overall plot of Floaters? Why or why not? If you were Wambaugh's editor, would you advise him to keep them in his story? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Loneliness is an important theme that affects each of the characters. How does this theme connect the characters to each other? At what times in their lives have the characters felt less alone? Why might this time have been fleeting? How does this theme influence the overall tone of Floaters, as well as its various plot lines?

Essay Topic 3

Ambrose imagines his mother's face and words prior to killing Blaze. How does his mental instability and traumatic upbringing influence his thoughts, feelings, and choices throughout Floaters? Does any of this influence your feelings about him? Why or...

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