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Mentioned in 3 episodes
Revolutionary Road
Book • 1961
Set in 1955, 'Revolutionary Road' by Richard Yates explores the lives of Frank and April Wheeler, a couple living in the suburban Revolutionary Hill Estates in Connecticut.
The novel delves into themes of adultery, abortion, failed marriages, and the emptiness of suburban consumer culture.
Frank and April, who see themselves as different from their neighbors, are trapped in a life that does not align with their aspirations.
The story highlights their attempts to break free from their suburban rut, particularly through April's plan to move to Paris, and the devastating consequences of their self-deception.
The novel is known for its vivid and metaphorical descriptions, its critique of the American Dream, and its exploration of the isolation and communication failures within relationships.
The novel delves into themes of adultery, abortion, failed marriages, and the emptiness of suburban consumer culture.
Frank and April, who see themselves as different from their neighbors, are trapped in a life that does not align with their aspirations.
The story highlights their attempts to break free from their suburban rut, particularly through April's plan to move to Paris, and the devastating consequences of their self-deception.
The novel is known for its vivid and metaphorical descriptions, its critique of the American Dream, and its exploration of the isolation and communication failures within relationships.
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Debbie Millman in the context of her decision to leave her job and avoid ending up like the characters in the book.
Debbie Millman in the context of her decision to leave her job and avoid ending up like the characters in the book.
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#750: Neil Gaiman and Debbie Millman
Mentioned by Debbie Millman when discussing her decision to leave her job and avoid ending up like the characters in the book.
Debbie Millman when discussing her decision to leave her job and avoid ending up like the characters in the book.106 snips
#544: How to Design a Life — Debbie Millman (Repost)
Mentioned by Aoife Wyrtnach while discussing its themes of marriage, gender roles, and toxic masculinity, and its censorship in Ireland.
Sex in Suburbia: Yates, 'Revolutionary Road' (1961)
Mentioned by Lauren Eliza Green as one of Richard Yates's best works, focusing on the disintegration of a suburban marriage.
How to Embrace Not Knowing in Writing with Lauren Aliza Green
