Abstract:John Updike, one of the most influential writers in contemporary American literary history, is well-known for his Rabbit series. Among his numerous works, Rabbit Redux is regarded as the angriest and most controversial one. Jill, as a hippie culture representative in Rabbit Redux, is one of the most tragic figure. This paper begins with the introduction of John Updike and his works. Besides, the background and significance of the present study are also provided. Then, in Chapter Two, some knowledge about hippie culture is analyzed, including its background, characteristics and influence. In Chapter Three and Chapter Four, the writer puts focus on the image of Jill, a rebel of traditional American culture, to help readers comprehend the great impact on the youth and on the life style and social moral values caused by hippie culture as well as the conflicts between the traditional culture and hippie culture.

Keywords:  Rabbit Redux  hippie girl  rebels against traditional culture

Contents

Abstract

摘要

Chapter One Introduction-1

1.1 Introduction to John Updike-1

1.2 Introduction to Rabbit Redux-1

1.3 Literature Review-2

1.4 Organization of the Thesis-3

Chapter Two The Hippie Movement-4

2.1The Background of the Hippie Movement-4

2.2 The Impact of the Hippie Movement-5

Chapter Three Jill, the Rebel against Traditional Culture-7

3.1 A “Flower Child”-7

3.2An Egoless Lover-8

3.3 An Idealistic Girl-8

Chapter Four The Conflict between the Traditional Culture and the New culture-10

Chapter Five Conclusion-12

References-13