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Literary Fiction· United States

Rabbit at Rest

by John Updike
Aggregate Editorial Score67/100
★Pulitzer Prize
Published 1991512 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Rabbit at Rest by John Updike is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1991. An overweight, unhealthy Harry Angstrom spends winters in Florida and watches his world and his body slowly give out in the Pulitzer-winning final Rabbit novel. Updike's valediction to the series is a moving portrait of American decline and personal mortality. Themes of mortality, American decline, suburbia run through the work. The book has received recognition from Pulitzer Prize 1991.

Book Details

AuthorJohn Updike
Published1991
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Pages512
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780449911662
Editorial Score67/100
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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

This book is part of United States's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Pulitzer Prize
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199152
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John Updike
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rabbit at Rest about?

An overweight, unhealthy Harry Angstrom spends winters in Florida and watches his world and his body slowly give out in the Pulitzer-winning final Rabbit novel. Updike's valediction to the series is a moving portrait of American decline and personal mortality.

Who wrote Rabbit at Rest?

Rabbit at Rest was written by John Updike, from United States. First published in 1991.

What awards has Rabbit at Rest won?

Rabbit at Rest has received the following awards and honours: Pulitzer Prize 1991.

Is Rabbit at Rest worth reading?

Rabbit at Rest is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 52/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in mortality, American decline, suburbia.

Where can I buy Rabbit at Rest?

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What category is Rabbit at Rest?

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

What country is Rabbit at Rest from?

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

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