Rabbit, Run post #2

In the novel Rabbit, Run Updike wants the reader to see reality. The problems portrayed in this novel are probably very real to many people on a daily basis. I know I have seen similar problems that occurred in this book in my own family. Also, I think Updike wanted readers to see what consequences (good/bad) happened to the characters for their actions. Additionally, I think Updike wanted readers to see that your actions affect others. When Rabbit left his wife it did not just affect himself, but his family, friends, and community. Also, perhaps Updike wanted readers to see that happiness may not come easy. And if you are happy at some point in your life like Rabbit was in high school, it may not last forever. Perhaps Updike wanted readers to also see that even if you change your surroundings, your happiness may not increase. I think changes occurring in society prompted Updike to write this novel. At the time it was written (in the 1960’s I believe), I think stories like this were becoming more common. Problems in families and divorce have been on the rise for decades.