A Man Called Stan

By Jay Henning

Telling a highly original story with a fresh and engaging style, this is a book that is different to any that you have read before. You are about to discover a modern myth that will draw you in completely. Stan is an ordinary man whose story includes some quite unusual perspectives. His life flows along its turbulent course with rapids, twists and gentle stretches, while the man called Stan tries to stay afloat and to find some happiness and meaning. Every reader can relate to Stan as he flounders in the currents and seeks fulfillment while splashing about. The reader is held hostage by the tale, having no choice but to follow it avidly, the characters stepping out of the pages as they come alive. Most importantly, the strands of philosophy that tie the story together offer something substantial for the reader to take away. This is a gem that you will certainly enjoy, and it will leave you with more than a smile.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0595274145
• ISBN13: 9780595274147
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.2" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Stan represents us; behind our Facade!

I read Stan and ohhh my god; he is sooo ballsy, sooo bad, sooo funny and sooo real. Stan gets into our heads and hearts and gets sympathy from the reader for being expressive. Stan does things we all want to do sometimes but know better not to...Despite an office job and a pretty girlfriend, Stan feels discontent and is looking in all the wrong places.Stan helps us to steer us back on track!

Well worth it...

If you are a woman, wishing to know the hows and whys of men; if you are a man searching for yourself or wanting a little camaraderie; if you are a soul in human form trying to remember why you are here, A Man Called Stan is a must read. Who is Stan? He is a man, sometimes raucous, sometimes pitiful, but always very real. This book is a look into the stages of his life. What are the most important stages of a man's life? When he meets his future wife? When she walks down the aisle to him? When he drinks himself into hangover after hangover? The moment he learns what sex is about? The moment he realizes that sex isn't enough? The moment his child is born? The realization that he has become an old fart? All of those, and more, are shared with the reader. All the while, we are wondering just who this guy is, and so is he. The author has shown us an example of man. For women, it may be an enlightening experience. For men, it may be a confirmation that they are not alone. More than this, the author gives us the wisdom of a life guide. There are lessons to be learned here. Through it all though, there is humor and interest and a story that we want to read. Stan may be fictional, but his life events are all too real. You will laugh out loud, get angry with his indignation and feel for his sorrow. This book will have you reading through a weekend and waking up Monday morning with a new outlook on life. Or, maybe you'll just smile at the good time you've had.

Stan = Everyman

I just can't remember ever bursting into laughter so often while reading a book! And part of what makes it so funny is understanding how the character can find himself in such situations. Because he is human, like us, with the same problems and looking for answers. This story is a fun-filled ride that takes us to someplace meaningful as well. Gives you food for thought, which happens too seldom these days with a book. I recommend it to anyone who is interested in life and how people live it.

Well worth it

Well, this is certainly something different! One of the most original books I have read yet. Made me smile and kept me turning the pages. Was a bit disappointed when it finished.I really recommend it to anyone who wants something fresh and thoughtful to read.