Description
Thomas Pynchon's Gravity's Rainbow is a monumental work of postmodern fiction, weaving together a vast tapestry of characters, historical events, and scientific concepts. Set in the final days of World War II and its immediate aftermath, the novel explores the pervasive influence of technology, paranoia, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Pynchon's signature style, characterized by its intricate plotting, dark humor, and encyclopedic scope, creates an unforgettable and challenging reading experience. This epic novel delves into themes of control, entropy, and the human condition against the backdrop of impending destruction and the dawn of the atomic age.
Available Editions
paperback
National Geographic Books
Published Oct 31, 2006
ISBN: 9780143039945
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Details
First Published
1973
Language
eng
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