Joe College by Tom Perrotta
Set in the early 1980s, the story follows Danny, a working-class student at Yale, as he navigates the complexities of college life, balancing academic pressures with his job as a food truck driver. Amidst the backdrop of an Ivy League institution, Danny grapples with issues of identity, love, and ambition, all while dealing with the expectations of his blue-collar family back home. As he maneuvers through a world of privilege and opportunity, Danny's journey is marked by humorous and poignant moments that highlight the challenges of finding one's place in a rapidly changing world.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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