Sometimes a Great Notion by Ken Kesey
This novel is a story about the Stamper family who are independent loggers in the Pacific Northwest. The family is notorious for their stubbornness, refusing to join a union strike, which leads to tension and conflict within their Oregon logging community. The narrative also delves into the complex family dynamics, focusing on two half-brothers and their contentious relationship. The book explores themes of individualism, family loyalty, and the struggle against societal expectations.
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- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 600-750
- Original Language
- English
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 7 lists:
- 3rd on 100 Best Western(United States) Works of Fiction (San Francisco Chronicle)
- 58th on 100 Best Novels in English Since 1900 (Counterpunch)
- 93rd on The Modern Library's 100 Best Novels: The Readers' List (The Modern Library)
- 98th on Harvard Book Store Staff's Favorite 100 Books (Harvard Book Store)
- 2728th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)