Stern Men: A Novel by Elizabeth Gilbert
4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1348 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 308 pages |
Paperback | : | 62 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.1 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 7 x 0.14 x 10 inches |
Stern Men is a novel by Elizabeth Gilbert that explores the lives of three generations of men in a family. The novel follows the men as they struggle with love, loss, and the meaning of life.
The novel begins with the story of Lars Engstrom, a young man who leaves his home in Sweden to seek his fortune in America. Lars is a hard worker and eventually becomes a successful businessman. However, he is also a stern and unforgiving man, and his relationships with his family are often strained.
Lars's son, Anton, is a more gentle and compassionate man than his father. He is a talented artist, but he struggles to find success in his chosen field. Anton is also haunted by the memories of his childhood, and he often feels like an outsider in his own family.
Anton's son, Bo, is a brilliant and ambitious young man. He is determined to make a name for himself, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals. However, Bo's ambition often leads him into conflict with his family, and he eventually becomes estranged from them.
Stern Men is a powerful and moving novel that explores the complex relationships between fathers and sons. The novel is also a meditation on the meaning of life and the importance of family.
Characters
- Lars Engstrom: A young man who leaves his home in Sweden to seek his fortune in America. Lars is a hard worker and eventually becomes a successful businessman. However, he is also a stern and unforgiving man, and his relationships with his family are often strained.
- Anton Engstrom: Lars's son, Anton, is a more gentle and compassionate man than his father. He is a talented artist, but he struggles to find success in his chosen field. Anton is also haunted by the memories of his childhood, and he often feels like an outsider in his own family.
- Bo Engstrom: Anton's son, Bo, is a brilliant and ambitious young man. He is determined to make a name for himself, and he is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve his goals. However, Bo's ambition often leads him into conflict with his family, and he eventually becomes estranged from them.
Themes
- The relationships between fathers and sons: Stern Men explores the complex relationships between fathers and sons. The novel shows how these relationships can be both loving and difficult, and how they can shape the lives of the men involved.
- The meaning of life: Stern Men is also a meditation on the meaning of life. The novel asks what it means to live a good life, and how we can find happiness and fulfillment.
- The importance of family: Stern Men shows the importance of family. The novel shows how family can provide us with love, support, and a sense of belonging.
Critical reception
Stern Men has received critical acclaim. The novel has been praised for its powerful storytelling, its complex characters, and its insightful exploration of the human condition.
Michiko Kakutani of The New York Times called Stern Men "a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that explores the complex relationships between fathers and sons."
Ron Charles of The Washington Post said that Stern Men is "a masterful work of fiction that will stay with you long after you finish reading it."
Stern Men is a must-read for fans of Elizabeth Gilbert and for anyone interested in exploring the complex relationships between fathers and sons.
4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1348 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 308 pages |
Paperback | : | 62 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.1 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 7 x 0.14 x 10 inches |
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4.2 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 1348 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 308 pages |
Paperback | : | 62 pages |
Item Weight | : | 6.1 ounces |
Dimensions | : | 7 x 0.14 x 10 inches |