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A Gravity'S Rainbow Companion: Sources And Contexts For Pynchon'S Novel,Used
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Adding Some 20 Percent To The Original Content, This Is A Completely Updated Edition Of Steven Weisenburger'S Indispensable Guide To Thomas Pynchon'S Gravity'S Rainbow. Weisenburger Takes The Reader Page By Page, Often Line By Line, Through The Welter Of Historical References, Scientific Data, Cultural Fragments, Anthropological Research, Jokes, And Puns Around Which Pynchon Wove His Story. Weisenburger Fully Annotates Pynchon'S Use Of Languages Ranging From Russian And Hebrew To Such Subdialects Of English As 1940S Street Talk, Drug Lingo, And Military Slang As Well As The More Obscure Terminology Of Black Magic, Rosicrucianism, And Pavlovian Psychology. The Companion Also Reveals The Underlying Organization Of Gravity'S Rainbowhow The Book'S Myriad References Form Patterns Of Meaning And Structure That Have Eluded Both Admirers And Critics Of The Novel.The Companion Is Keyed To The Pages Of The Principal American Editions Of Gravity'S Rainbow: Viking/Penguin (1973), Bantam (1974), And The Special, Repaginated Penguin Paperback (2000) Honoring The Novel As One Of Twenty 'Great Books Of The Twentieth Century.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main purpose of 'A Gravity's Rainbow Companion'? A: 'A Gravity's Rainbow Companion' serves as a comprehensive guide to Thomas Pynchon's novel, providing detailed annotations and insights into the historical, scientific, and cultural references throughout the text.
- Q: Who is the author of this companion book? A: The companion book is authored by Steven Weisenburger, who is known for his expertise on Thomas Pynchon's works.
- Q: How does this book enhance the reading of 'Gravity's Rainbow'? A: The book enhances the reading experience by explaining complex references, languages, and themes, thereby helping readers understand the deeper meanings and structures within 'Gravity's Rainbow'.
- Q: Is this edition of the companion book updated? A: Yes, this edition includes about 20 percent more content than previous versions, making it a thoroughly updated resource.
- Q: What kind of features does this companion include? A: The companion includes comprehensive annotations, explanations of various languages, cultural contexts, and a detailed examination of Pynchon's use of different dialects and terminologies.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'A Gravity's Rainbow Companion' have? A: The companion book contains a total of 345 pages.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of 'A Gravity's Rainbow Companion' was published on January 1, 1988.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to 'Gravity's Rainbow'? A: Yes, this companion is suitable for both new readers and those familiar with 'Gravity's Rainbow', as it provides detailed explanations that can enhance understanding for all levels.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition upon purchase.