Williams, John L.

Stoner: A Novel

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ISBN 13:: 9780099561545
author:: Williams, John L.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Vintage Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2012
Pages:: 304
Dimensions:: 19.6 x 12.7 x 2 cm
Genre:: Fiction, Classics,
Condition:: New
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William Stoner's story is one of quiet struggle and unfulfilled desire. A young man from a midwestern farm, he enrolls at the University of Missouri in 1910 to study agriculture, but finds himself drawn to the world of literature. As he navigates the complexities of academic life in the early 20th century, Stoner must confront the tensions between his own ambitions and the expectations of those around him. Through his experiences, Stoner grapples with the nature of love, responsibility, and the search for meaning. His story is a poignant exploration of the human condition, set against the backdrop of a bygone era. This novel is a powerful and thought-provoking portrayal of one man's journey towards self-discovery.

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