Something Happened by Joseph Heller
In "Something Happened," the narrative delves into the mind of Bob Slocum, a successful yet disillusioned corporate executive navigating the complexities of his personal and professional life in post-war America. The novel, characterized by its stream-of-consciousness style, explores themes of anxiety, isolation, and the mundane horrors of everyday existence as Slocum grapples with his relationships with his family, his colleagues, and himself. Through a series of introspective and often disjointed reflections, the protagonist reveals his deep-seated fears and desires, painting a stark and unsettling portrait of a man overwhelmed by the banalities and moral ambiguities of American middle-class life.
The 2896th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1974
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 576
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(5.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 20th on Taking off the Reading Gloves (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
- 2927th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- The 100 Best Novels Of All Time (Runners-Up) (The Guardian)