Updike, John

The Maples Stories

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ISBN 13:: 9781841596037
author:: Updike, John
format:: HardBack
publisher:: Everyman
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2009
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 18.2 x 12 x 2.2 cm
Genre:: Classic fiction
Condition:: New
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The Maples Stories by John Updike A nuanced portrait of two deeply flawed but moving characters and their entwined lives is presented in this collection of interconnected short stories. Spanning over two decades, the tales follow Joan and Richard Maple as they navigate the challenges of marriage, parenthood, and infidelity. Through the Maples' story, Updike explores the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which love can both sustain and ultimately falter. The result is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. First published in 2009, this hardcover edition brings together the original stories with an additional piece, 'Grandparenting', offering a complete picture of the Maples' lives after their divorce.

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