“Let us not mock God with metaphor, Analogy, sidestepping, transcendence; Making of the event a parable, a sign painted in the Faded credulity of earlier ages: Let us walk through the door.”
Quote by John Updike
Work
Telephone Poles and Other Poems
This volume features a selection of poems that delve into a range of subjects, including nature, urban landscapes, and personal reflections, with a focus on the unique perspective of telephone poles as a metaphor for human connection and isolation. more
Author
John Updike
John Updike was an American novelist known for his profound insights into middle-class life and his delicate narrative skills. His works spanned a wide range of genres from short stories to novels, including the classic 'Rabbit, Run' series and 'The Centaur'. more
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