“The difference between a childhood and a boyhood must be this: our childhood is what we alone have had; our boyhood is what any boy in our environment would have had.”
Book:Assorted Prose
Quote by John Updike
Work
Assorted Prose
This book is a compilation of various pieces of prose, including short stories and essays, which explore diverse subjects and literary techniques. 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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