Too Far to Go

"Too Far to Go" is a collection of short stories by John Updike, first published in 1979. The stories primarily focus on the quiet disintegration of a marriage, exploring the complexities and subtle shifts within a middle-class relationship over time. Updike, known for his realistic and nuanced depictions of American life, uses these interconnected tales to examine themes of fidelity, responsibility, and the evolving dynamics between husband and wife. The collection revisits characters and themes that Updike explored in other works, offering a concentrated look at the intimate struggles within domesticity.