So Much Water, So Close To Home by Raymond Carver
In this gripping short story, a woman grapples with the unsettling discovery that her husband and his friends found a dead body during a fishing trip but delayed reporting it to the authorities. As she struggles to comprehend their actions and the moral implications, the narrative delves into themes of trust, communication, and the complexities of human relationships. The tension between the couple escalates, reflecting the broader societal issues of indifference and ethical responsibility, leaving readers to ponder the boundaries of personal and collective conscience.
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- Published
- 1981
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 10-20
- Original Language
- English
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