We all dream, and we all stand aghast at the mouth of the caves of our deaths; and this is our way in. into the nether world
In "The Witches of Eastwick," John Updike explores the universal nature of dreams and the human experience of confronting mortality. The quote reflects the shared journey we all undertake as we face the inevitable reality of death. It implies that both dreaming and the contemplation of death are integral parts of life, guiding us as we navigate our existence.
This metaphorical passage suggests that the "caves of our deaths" represent the...