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Rabbit is Rich: Rabbit Redux ; Rabbit, Run

This collection includes 'Rabbit is Rich,' 'Rabbit Redux,' and 'Rabbit, Run,' which collectively follow the life of Harry Angstrom, a former college football star grappling with the complexities of adulthood and the American Dream. The stories delve into Rabbit's struggles with his past, his relationships, and his place in a rapidly changing world. more

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John Updike
John Updike

John Updike was an American novelist known for his profound insights into middle-class life and his delicate narrative skills. His works spanned a wide range of genres from short stories to novels, including the classic 'Rabbit, Run' series and 'The Centaur'. more

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