Graduation Summary

Schwartz lapses into a coma two days later. His family gathers at his bedside, sleeping in shifts so that, for two straight days, someone is always with him. Then, the first time that Schwartz is completely alone since falling into the coma, he stops breathing. Albom believes Schwartz wanted it that way. He wanted no witnesses who would be forever haunted by his last breath.

Hundreds of people want to attend Schwartz's funeral. Charlotte keeps it small, though, inviting only family and a few good friends. As Albom stands at the gravesite, he looks around and remembers Schwartz telling him that if he talked, Schwartz would listen. Albom tries out an imaginary conversation in his head and is happy to realize how natural it feels. He looks at his watch. Of course, he thinks. It is Tuesday.

Graduation Analysis

This chapter reveals that...