Updike, John
Rabbit Redux (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141188546
- author:
- Updike, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Rabbit Redux by John Updike is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of life in 1969 America. As the country prepares to take a giant leap for mankind, Rabbit Angstrom's own world is undergoing significant changes. His marriage has ended, his son is at home, and his job is under threat - all while his mother struggles with her own mortality. The arrival of Jill, an 18-year-old runaway, brings a new dynamic into Rabbit's life, but it also introduces tensions that threaten to disrupt the fragile harmony he has established. As Skeeter, a young black radical, becomes embroiled in their lives, the boundaries between love, loyalty, and identity begin to blur. This novel is a nuanced portrayal of a pivotal moment in American history, one that challenges readers to confront the social and cultural upheavals of the time. With its complex characters and thought-provoking themes, Rabbit Redux is a compelling read for anyone interested in literary fiction.
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