Omg guys.. what if Edith was actually lesbian? That would explain so much about her behavior; in short, how she resents the patriarchal hierarchy and takes the anger out on Stoner--not because she necessarily hates *him*, but because she hates what he (unknowingly) represents and the prison his love for and marriage to her embodies...
A wonderful analysis. I remember getting caught off guard by the quote about love, took a picture of it after I read it like three times. I like thinking about Edith as a reflection of the Gothic father/husband. I would love to know what you thought of his relationship with Lomax and the doctoral student, I found that a fascinating depiction of male rivalry and relationship. I'm going to have to revisit "Stoner" soon I think.
Yes that quote about love really shook me to my core. I would've written more about the whole Lomax and Walker situation, as it is another main plot point--certainly the one with the most action--but I just didn't for some reason. I think it definitely shows Stoner's character development emotionally and in his role as a teacher, his love for literature and academia, and also male rivalry and relationship like you said. I might have to add a section for it in my review, or perhaps another stand alone post... Thank you!
Omg guys.. what if Edith was actually lesbian? That would explain so much about her behavior; in short, how she resents the patriarchal hierarchy and takes the anger out on Stoner--not because she necessarily hates *him*, but because she hates what he (unknowingly) represents and the prison his love for and marriage to her embodies...
A wonderful analysis. I remember getting caught off guard by the quote about love, took a picture of it after I read it like three times. I like thinking about Edith as a reflection of the Gothic father/husband. I would love to know what you thought of his relationship with Lomax and the doctoral student, I found that a fascinating depiction of male rivalry and relationship. I'm going to have to revisit "Stoner" soon I think.
Yes that quote about love really shook me to my core. I would've written more about the whole Lomax and Walker situation, as it is another main plot point--certainly the one with the most action--but I just didn't for some reason. I think it definitely shows Stoner's character development emotionally and in his role as a teacher, his love for literature and academia, and also male rivalry and relationship like you said. I might have to add a section for it in my review, or perhaps another stand alone post... Thank you!
You’re welcome!
An interesting and thoughtful critique of a great novel. Thank you for posting
thank you! i'm glad you liked it, Sue:)