David Wroblewski
David Wroblewski is an American author best known for his debut novel 'The Story of Edgar Sawtelle,' which became a bestseller and was selected for Oprah's Book Club. The novel is a retelling of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' set in rural Wisconsin and features a mute protagonist. Wroblewski's background in software engineering and his love for dogs are reflected in the technical precision and the canine-centric themes of his writing.
Books
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1. The Story Of Edgar Sawtelle
"The Story of Edgar Sawtelle" is a coming-of-age tale about a mute boy, Edgar, who communicates with his family and dogs through sign language. He lives on a farm in Wisconsin with his parents, where they breed a fictional type of dog. After his father's mysterious death, Edgar suspects his uncle, who has recently returned to the farm, is responsible. The boy flees into the wilderness with three of his dogs, where he must learn to survive on his own. When he eventually returns home, he faces a dramatic confrontation with his uncle, leading to a tragic, yet transformative end.
