Discussion guide
Ten questions connecting the characters’ choices to the novel’s moral and historical themes.
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Read Empyrean with Your Book Club
Discuss the Captain’s orders, Burg’s medical work, and Ionel and Esther’s efforts to protect their family. Read about the history behind Empyrean, download the discussion guide, or invite Ron to meet with your group.
Group resources
Discussion Guide and Historical Background
Historical background
Read about the soldiers who entered the camps and the survivors who needed medical care, searched for relatives, and sought a place to live.
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