Babitt

His depiction of Babbitt's relentless pursuit of success feels both humorous and critical. What do you think inspired this focus on materialism and conformity?

His outward success masks inner tension, making me wonder if readers are meant to sympathize with him or critique his values. How did this duality affect your view of the character?

The setting really grounds the critique of societal norms. I'm curious whether Lewis aimed to comment on a specific period or if the time period was more about universal American values.