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Stover at Yale. Coming of age college life Ivy League
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- Nombre de pages418
- PrésentationBroché
- Poids0.603 kg
- Dimensions14,8 cm × 21,0 cm × 2,9 cm
- ISBN978-2-322-57132-1
- EAN9782322571321
- Date de parution14/09/2025
- ÉditeurBooks on Demand
Résumé
"Stover at Yale" by Owen Johnson is a classic American novel that chronicles the coming of age of Dink Stover, a promising young man who enters Yale University at the turn of the 20th century. The story follows Stover as he navigates the challenges and opportunities of undergraduate life, including the pressures of fraternity membership, the demands of college sports, and the complex social hierarchies of the Ivy League.
At the heart of the narrative is Stovers journey toward self-discovery and moral growth. He must reconcile his ideals of honor and ambition with the realities of campus politics and peer expectations. Through friendships, rivalries, and moments of introspection, Stover learns the value of integrity, leadership, and genuine connection. The novel offers a vivid portrait of college traditions, from secret societies to football games, while critiquing the excesses and hypocrisies of elite education.
Johnsons sharp observations and engaging prose make "Stover at Yale" a timeless exploration of youth, character, and the pursuit of personal excellence. This work is a standout example of the campus novel genre, appealing to readers interested in American literature, college life, and stories about ambition and friendship. Its themes of tradition, leadership, and personal growth remain relevant for anyone curious about the formative experiences of young adulthood.
At the heart of the narrative is Stovers journey toward self-discovery and moral growth. He must reconcile his ideals of honor and ambition with the realities of campus politics and peer expectations. Through friendships, rivalries, and moments of introspection, Stover learns the value of integrity, leadership, and genuine connection. The novel offers a vivid portrait of college traditions, from secret societies to football games, while critiquing the excesses and hypocrisies of elite education.
Johnsons sharp observations and engaging prose make "Stover at Yale" a timeless exploration of youth, character, and the pursuit of personal excellence. This work is a standout example of the campus novel genre, appealing to readers interested in American literature, college life, and stories about ambition and friendship. Its themes of tradition, leadership, and personal growth remain relevant for anyone curious about the formative experiences of young adulthood.