Sometimes a Great Notion
by Ken Kesey
Description
Set in the rugged timber country of Oregon, this epic novel follows the fiercely independent Stamper family as they navigate the treacherous intersection of ambition, pride, and survival in the logging industry. Ken Kesey weaves together multiple perspectives and timelines to create a sweeping portrait of a family torn between loyalty and self-interest, tradition and progress. Through vivid characters and unflinching prose, the narrative explores themes of masculinity, family bonds, and the cost of the American dream in a landscape both beautiful and unforgiving. The novel stands as a masterwork of American literature, showcasing Kesey's ability to capture the complexity of human nature against the backdrop of industrial struggle and regional conflict. A powerful meditation on what it means to persevere in the face of overwhelming odds.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jul 28, 1977
650 pages
ISBN: 9780140045290
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Details
First Published
1964
Language
en
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