What main theme can be found in Cheever's works?
Futurism
Human duality
Existentialism
Urbanism
Answer
The central theme in Cheever's works revolves around the exploration of human duality. His characters often struggle with conflicting desires, moral dilemmas, and the tension between their public and private selves. Cheever delves into the complexities of human nature, revealing the interplay between light and darkness, good and evil, and the underlying psychological undercurrents that shape human behavior and relationships.
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