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physical-illness-and-recovery

Mr. Bonforte's paralysis and stroke are central to the narrative, affecting both his public role and the logistics of the impersonation.

1 chapter across 1 book

Double Star (1956)Robert A. Heinlein

Chapter 10

In Chapter 10 of Double Star, the protagonist reflects on the final day of a political campaign in which he impersonated Mr. Bonforte, who is recovering from paralysis and a mild stroke. The chapter details the emotional and practical preparations for the transition back to Bonforte's identity, the election night atmosphere with incoming returns, and the protagonist's mixed feelings about politics and acting. The narrative emphasizes the human and political complexities behind the impersonation and the election process.