John Williams' Stoner is a quiet and unpretentious novel that recounts the life of William Stoner, a humble and little-known professor of English literature at the University of Missouri. Stoner was born into an impoverished farming family and discovered literature while in college, taking an unanticipated turn as a professor of English literature. His life does not lack drama, it is marked by the subtle struggles of work, marriage, disappointment, and a sincere dedication to teaching.

Stoner is a novel about themes of isolation, integrity, purpose, and the humility of an unsung life. Williams uses simple yet elegant language to capture Stoner's life with great emotional weight. He reflects on the profound pain and beauty of the ordinary experience. Although largely forgotten at the time of its publication in 1965, Stoner has received the recognition it deserves as a modern classic of American literature -- often remembered for its genuine honesty, emotional heft, and literary skill.

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• Literature & FictionClassicsAmerican
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• Publication Date: June 17, 2025
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• Print Length: 286 Pages
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