The Last Song is written by #1 New York Times Bestselling author Nicholas Sparks and released on [1]September 8, 2009 by Grand Central Publishing . Also it was the number one on the weekly bestseller chart of New York Times Best Sellers List on September 18, 2009, and many reviews were written about The Last Song. Besides them, its new movie has been started to play on the cinemas in the U.S.A. since March 31, 2010, so this book is so popular and remarkable, because the characters’ behaviours and qualities are created uniquely, the book really impacts on our lives, and some religious informations and sacred books are related with the characters’ situations and the events in the book.
First of all, the writer creates the characters and gives them some behaviours uniquely. Firstly , the change in Ronnie from a stubborn girl to a mature young lady makes the book more remarkable and special. For example, the novel states that “It was the first time since she’d been here that she’d spoken to him without a hint of anger or frustration. “ (pg.104) (...)
Another reason why this book is remarkable is that the writer really impacts on our lives. First of all, this novel teaches us that there are significant moments that we mustn’t miss them and mustn’t regret what we miss. One example of this is “I was so mean to him. I quit the piano! I blamed him for everything, and I didn’t say more than a few words to him for three years! Three years! And I can’t get those years back. But maybe if I hadn’t been so angry, he might not have gotten sick. Maybe I caused that extra… stress that did all this. Maybe it was me!”(pg. 321) (...)
Finally, some religious informations and sacred books are related with the characters’ situations and the events in the book appropriately. Firstly, in this novel there are things about presence of God, praying and hope. The novel states that “(…)Never forget that God is your friend. (…)He longs to hear what’s been happening in your life. Good or bad, whether it’s been full of sorrow or anger, and even when you’re questioning why terrible things have to happen. So I talk with him.” (pg.165) (...)
As a final word, the characters’ behaviours, situations and creations are unique, and the book really has an effect on our lives ,and using religious connections make the book more remarkable. (...)
There are also journal entries and vocabulary.
Table of Contents
- Prologue
- Chapter 1
Objectives and Key Themes
The objective of this preview is to provide a comprehensive overview of Nicholas Sparks' "The Last Song," focusing on character development, thematic exploration, and the integration of religious elements. The preview avoids major plot spoilers while offering in-depth analysis of key chapters.
- Character Development and Transformation
- Exploration of Family Relationships and Forgiveness
- The Significance of Second Chances and Overcoming Regret
- The Role of Faith and Religious Belief
- The Power of Young Love and Finding Hope
Chapter Summaries
Prologue: The prologue introduces Ronnie, an 18-year-old girl grappling with the memories of a tumultuous summer. Through framed photographs from a beach house, we are introduced to her regrets and uncertainty about facing the past. Foreshadowing suggests themes of betrayal, arrest, love, and reconciliation with her estranged father. Ronnie's internal conflict and desire for resolution set the stage for the novel's central themes of forgiveness and second chances.
Chapter 1: Chapter 1 establishes the strained relationship between Ronnie and her mother, highlighting Ronnie's teenage rebellion and resentment towards her father. The scene depicts their car journey to her father's beach house, filled with arguments and underlying tension. Despite her outward stubbornness, hints of Ronnie's longing for reconciliation with her father and a desire to repair family bonds are subtly revealed. Jonah's enthusiasm contrasts with Ronnie's reluctance, foreshadowing differing approaches to family issues.
Keywords
Family relationships, forgiveness, second chances, regret, young love, faith, religious belief, character transformation, hope.
Nicholas Sparks' "The Last Song" Preview: Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in this preview of "The Last Song"?
This preview offers a comprehensive overview of Nicholas Sparks' "The Last Song," including the title, table of contents, objectives and key themes, chapter summaries (Prologue and Chapter 1), and keywords. It provides in-depth analysis without revealing major plot spoilers.
What are the main objectives and key themes explored in the preview?
The preview focuses on character development, thematic exploration, and the integration of religious elements. Key themes include character development and transformation, family relationships and forgiveness, second chances and overcoming regret, the role of faith and religious belief, and the power of young love and finding hope.
What is revealed in the Prologue summary?
The Prologue introduces Ronnie, an 18-year-old grappling with past regrets. Through photographs, we see foreshadowing of betrayal, arrest, love, and reconciliation with her estranged father. Her internal conflict highlights the novel's central themes of forgiveness and second chances.
What happens in the Chapter 1 summary?
Chapter 1 shows the strained relationship between Ronnie and her mother, emphasizing Ronnie's rebellion and resentment towards her father. Their car journey to her father's beach house is filled with tension, yet hints of Ronnie's desire for reconciliation and family repair are revealed. The contrasting attitudes of Ronnie and another character, Jonah, foreshadow differing approaches to family issues.
What are the key words associated with "The Last Song" in this preview?
Key words include family relationships, forgiveness, second chances, regret, young love, faith, religious belief, character transformation, and hope.
What kind of audience is this preview intended for?
This preview is intended for academic use, facilitating structured and professional analysis of the novel's themes.
Does the preview contain major plot spoilers?
No, the preview avoids major plot spoilers while offering in-depth analysis of key chapters and themes.
- Quote paper
- Boğaç Aybey (Author), 2011, About "The Last Song" by Nickolas Sparks. Journal, Essay and Vocabulary, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/281075
