Abbyb1 answers “I'm at page 60 and this book is making my...”

Raffaele Capasso asked this question about Stoner:

I'm at page 60 and this book is making my blood pressure rise. I thought it was one of those "common life of a common man" book like Carver's, Russel Bank's, Yates' or whoever. Truth is it's deadly boring. I rally can't relate with the character. Please tell me, is It just the beginning or will it stay the same till the end? Thanks

Abbyb1 I see you asked this question a year ago, but I so want you to have finished this book. There are passages that seem dreadfully long and others - more…moreI see you asked this question a year ago, but I so want you to have finished this book. There are passages that seem dreadfully long and others - more beautiful passages - that appear too short and minimalistic. I understand.

Trust me, read this book. Finish your reading if you haven't - for the last chapter of the book if nothing else. The beauty of this book and Stoner's contemplation of life is worth it.(less)

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