"Revolutionary Road" is a novel by Richard Yates, published in 1961. It tells the story of a young couple, Frank and April Wheeler, living in suburban Connecticut during the 1950s. The couple struggles with their unfulfilled dreams and the pressures of societal expectations, leading to tension in their marriage. The narrative explores themes of disillusionment, conformity, and the search for identity. As the Wheelers grapple with their desires for a more meaningful life, their relationship deteriorates, ultimately revealing the darker side of the American Dream. The book was later adapted into a film in 2008, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.