Stoner is a quite interesting novel. Interesting in the sense that we follow a man from him entering university to the end of his life. There is nothing extraordinary about this man or his life, yet this is quite an extraordinary story.
Stoner enters university in the year 1910 with the intention of getting a degree in agriculture. He was sent to the University by his parents so that he could learn better ways to manage the farm he grew up on. But, mid-studies he falls in love with english literature and transfer courses.He eventually begins to teach at the same university he studied at, and he also gets a MA and a Ph.D.
He marries a woman he soon realises he has nothing in common with. However, they stay married and have a daughter together, named Grace, whom he loves more than anyone else. He grows quite close to his daughter during the first years of her life. But, as time passes they slowly drift apart.
Stoner has few friends, and few acquaintances outside of school. Nevertheless, he is quite content with his simple life.
John Williams' writing is what makes this book so special. It is quite simple, and very easy to comprehend. yet, it carries so much depth and meaning. And, even though it took me a couple of chapters to really connect with the story, this book is so amazing that everyone should read it at least once in their lifetime.
I have been, and will keep, recommending this book to everyone who are looking for an introduction to classics. This was not written to long ago, so the language is easy to get used to, and overall it is just an amazing story.
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