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Literary Fiction· United States

Rabbit Is Rich

by John Updike
Aggregate Editorial Score60/100
★Pulitzer Prize
Published 1982308 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1982, Rabbit Is Rich established John Updike as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom, now prosperous but restless in his Toyota dealership, navigates middle age, the 1970s energy crisis, and the uncomfortable emergence of his son's generation. Updike's Pulitzer winner (the third in the Rabbit tetralogy) is a pitch-perfect sociological portrait of American suburban life. Themes of suburban America, middle age, materialism run through the work. The book has received recognition from Pulitzer Prize 1982.

Book Details

AuthorJohn Updike
Published1982
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages308
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780449911655
Editorial Score60/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇺🇸 United States

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Editorial Assessment

John Updike published Rabbit Is Rich in 1982, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of literary fiction from United States. The book's treatment of suburban America, middle age, materialism, marriage accounts for much of its enduring reputation. Critics and institutions have consistently placed Rabbit Is Rich among the notable works of its period. Among its recognitions: Pulitzer Prize 1982. Our aggregate score of 60/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. Readers coming to Rabbit Is Rich for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of suburban America, middle age, materialism, marriage is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. John Updike's role in the literature of United States is well established. Rabbit Is Rich can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize
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198248
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About the Author
John Updike
United States
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John Updike is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rabbit Is Rich about?

Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom, now prosperous but restless in his Toyota dealership, navigates middle age, the 1970s energy crisis, and the uncomfortable emergence of his son's generation. Updike's Pulitzer winner (the third in the Rabbit tetralogy) is a pitch-perfect sociological portrait of American suburban life.

Who wrote Rabbit Is Rich?

Rabbit Is Rich was written by John Updike, from United States. First published in 1982.

What awards has Rabbit Is Rich won?

Rabbit Is Rich has received the following awards and honours: Pulitzer Prize 1982.

Is Rabbit Is Rich worth reading?

Rabbit Is Rich is a notable work that has earned critical attention, with an aggregate editorial score of 48/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in suburban America, middle age, materialism.

Where can I buy Rabbit Is Rich?

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What category is Rabbit Is Rich?

Rabbit Is Rich is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Rabbit Is Rich from?

Rabbit Is Rich originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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