Farm
Brief Overview
The novel «Farm» by John Updike tells the story of Joey Robinson, who travels to his mother's farm in Pennsylvania with his new wife Peggy and her son Richard. Joey attempts to reconcile his past, tied to the farm and his mother, with his present, where he seeks to build a new life with Peggy. The conflict between Joey and his mother intensifies as they confront differences in worldview and expectations of each other. The novel explores themes of family relationships, memory, and personal identity, illustrating how the past influences the present and future of the characters.
Date of publication: 1 March 2025
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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