> Half of Daniel Adler‘s college thesis was that Gravity’s Rainbow is the postmodern novel. In 1973, it epitomized a new form and style. Its allusiveness was sporadic and overwhelming and Pynchon’s understanding of life and ability to form stories remains admirable. But when all is said and done, Pynchon was born in 1937. He… Continue reading >Infinite Jest is The Postmodern Novel
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>The Best American Writer-Ever
> My hero. In the realm of classic literature, there are a few American names that spring to mind. Let us proceed chronologically. 19th Century: Poe, Twain or Melville are the only ones who stand a chance of being called the greatest American writer. Huck Finn is one of the most influential books in our… Continue reading >The Best American Writer-Ever
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