It's likely you haven't heard of this short story by Joyce Carol Oates, but it is a staple of high school English classes. And Oates, author of more than 50 books, has said it is the literary endeavor she is most known for. Grab a cocktail and let a seasoned English teacher take you through this devastatingly moving and creepy tale. It is full of takeaway symbolism and hidden meanings that will make you sound smart at your next social gathering. 

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