The Illustrated Man

Who is Lily (Mother) from The Illustrated Man and what is their importance?

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Lily is the Rocket Man's wife. She is deeply hurt by her husband's need to travel into space and resentful that she is so often left alone to raise their son without him. Over time, her husband's absences create a barrier between them, and Lily becomes detached from her husband and marriage.

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The Rocket Man