The Art of Fielding Summary
Chad Harbach

The Art of Fielding Overview

The Art of Fielding is the debut novel of American author and essayist Chad Harbach. A story of the idiosyncratic world of higher education, Harbach's book was met with critical acclaim when it appeared in 2011. Over the course of a few different interlocking narratives, The Art of Fielding addresses the themes of family bonds, athletic competition, and academic excellence; its characters must come to terms with the ups and downs of friendship and the possibility of leaving a legacy that will endure.