"Revolutionary Road" is a novel written by American author Richard Yates, first published in 1961. Set in the mid-1950s, the story revolves around Frank and April Wheeler, a young couple living in suburban Connecticut who appear to have the perfect life but are secretly discontented with their suburban existence. The novel explores themes such as conformity, the American Dream, and the disillusionment of post-World War II society. Frank and April struggle with their own desires and ambitions, feeling trapped by societal expectations and their own failed aspirations. They dream of breaking free from their mundane lives and pursuing something more meaningful, but their attempts to do so ultimately lead to tragedy. Yates' writing is praised for its realism and emotional depth, offering a stark portrayal of the emptiness and dissatisfaction lurking beneath the surface of seemingly idyllic suburban life. "Revolutionary Road" has been adapted into a critically acclaimed film directed by Sam Mendes, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as Frank and April Wheeler. The novel remains a poignant exploration of the human condition and the quest for authenticity in a world marked by conformity and disillusionment.
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