Stover At Yale (1912) - Hardcover

by Owen Johnson (Author), Frederic R. Gruger (Illustrator)

Stover At Yale is a novel written by Owen Johnson, first published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young man named Dink Stover, who comes from a small town in the Midwest and attends Yale University. The book is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of class, friendship, loyalty, and the pursuit of success.At Yale, Stover struggles to fit in with the wealthy and privileged students who make up the majority of the student body. He befriends a group of misfits and outsiders, including a poor scholarship student, a Jewish student, and a student from the South. Together, they navigate the social hierarchy of Yale and try to find their place in the world.Throughout the book, Stover faces a series of challenges, including academic pressure, romantic entanglements, and conflicts with his peers. He also learns important lessons about the value of hard work, perseverance, and loyalty to his friends.Stover At Yale is a classic American novel that offers a vivid portrait of college life in the early 20th century. It is a timeless tale of self-discovery and personal growth that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.