“...the sounds next door served as a kind of trip wire: I seemed to stumble and fall on my face, skinning and bruising myself here and there and scattering my emotional and intellectual possessions. There was no point in pretending that I had not fallen, for when we are stretched out in the dirt we must pick ourselves up and brush off our clothes. This then, in a sense, is what I did, reviewing my considered opinions on marriage, constancy, man's nature, and the importance of love. When I had picked up my possessions and repaired my appearance, I fell asleep.”
Quote by John Cheever
Work
John Cheever: Collected Stories and Other Writings
This volume includes a selection of John Cheever's short stories, which are celebrated for their intricate character development and insightful portrayals of American life. It also encompasses other writings by the author, providing a broader view of his literary contributions. more
Author
John Cheever
John Cheever was an American novelist renowned for his short stories, which often focused on the lives and moral dilemmas of the middle class. His writing style was concise and profound, and he had a significant impact on 20th-century American literature. more
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