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Marvelously moving . . . These tales evoke a certain peace and a definite wonder at what an astonishingly graceful writer Updike is.USA TodayTo the hero of the title story of this collection, all of England has the glow of an afterlife: A miraculous lacquer lay upon everything, beading each roadside twig . . . each reed of thatch, each tiny daisy trembling in the grass. All of these stories, each in its own way, partake of this glow, as life beyond middle age is explored and found to have its own exquisite dearness. As death approaches, existence takes on, for some of Updikes aging characters, a translucence, a magical fragility; vivid memory and casual misperception lend the mundane an antic texture, and the backward view, lengthening, acquires a certain grandeur. Here is a world where wonder stubbornly persists, and fresh beginnings almost outnumber losses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Afterlife: And Other Stories'? A: The main theme revolves around exploring life beyond middle age, with a focus on how aging characters perceive existence as they approach death, highlighting a sense of wonder and fragility.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Afterlife: And Other Stories' is John Updike.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: 'The Afterlife: And Other Stories' falls under the genre of Psychological fiction.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding style of the book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Afterlife: And Other Stories' published? A: The book was published on August 27, 1996.
- Q: Is this book in new condition? A: Yes, the book is listed as 'New' condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Paperback Edition of the book.
- Q: What kind of stories can I expect in this collection? A: Readers can expect a collection of moving stories that evoke a sense of peace and wonder, each exploring different aspects of life and memory.
- Q: Does the book have any notable reviews? A: Yes, it has been described by USA Today as 'marvelously moving' and highlights Updike's graceful writing.