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The Hustler
Book • 1959
The novel follows Eddie Felson, a talented pool hustler, as he travels across America conning unsuspecting challengers.
His life takes a significant turn when he meets the unbeatable Minnesota Fats.
The story explores themes of ambition, defeat, and the struggle for identity, as Eddie enters a complex relationship with Sarah, a graduate student, and learns valuable lessons from his mentor, Bert Gordon.
The novel delves into the psychological complexities of Eddie's journey, highlighting the importance of character and self-acceptance in the face of victory and defeat.
His life takes a significant turn when he meets the unbeatable Minnesota Fats.
The story explores themes of ambition, defeat, and the struggle for identity, as Eddie enters a complex relationship with Sarah, a graduate student, and learns valuable lessons from his mentor, Bert Gordon.
The novel delves into the psychological complexities of Eddie's journey, highlighting the importance of character and self-acceptance in the face of victory and defeat.
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