Description
William Henry Devereaux, Jr., the reluctant chairman of a struggling English department, finds his life unraveling over the course of one chaotic week. Juggling academic absurdities, personal crises, and unexpected confrontations, Hank navigates a landscape of eccentric colleagues, suspected infidelity, and a famously philandering father. This novel is a masterful blend of sharp wit and profound insight, exploring themes of family, identity, and the enduring love for knowledge amidst life's unpredictable turns. With his signature blend of humor and compassion, Richard Russo crafts a story that is both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply moving, solidifying his place as a master storyteller.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage
Published Jun 9, 1998
416 pages
ISBN: 9780375701900
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Details
First Published
1997
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Straight Man by Richard Russo.