John Updike in America is often called the most talented and prolific writer of his generation. He works hard and enthusiastically in all genres: he writes novels, short stories, plays and even poetry (most often ironic). This publication aims to introduce the reader to an equally interesting and significant side of John Updike’s work - his stories. This book includes short stories from the collections "The Same Door" (1959), "Pigeon Feathers" (1962) and "Music School" (1966). Most of the translations were made specifically for this publication and are published for the first time.