Description
Paperback cover has some wear, one small tear in the top, corners are slightly creased, and slight discoloration to pale yellow on the back. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of Thomas Pynchon’s “Vineland” offers collectors and readers a chance to immerse themselves in one of the most critically acclaimed novels of the late 20th century. Published in 1990, “Vineland” is a postmodern masterpiece that explores the lingering effects of the counterculture movement of the 1960s on American society. Pynchon, known for his dense and intricate narratives, crafts a complex web of characters and storylines that interweave themes of conspiracy, paranoia, and the enduring human quest for meaning.
Set in Northern California, the novel follows the lives of Zoyd Wheeler, a former hippie turned private eye, and his daughter Prairie, as they navigate a world where the ideals of the 60s have been co-opted and commodified. Pynchon’s trademark humor and linguistic playfulness are on full display, as he skewers the excesses of consumer culture and the corrupting influence of power structures.
This particular copy, with its well-worn cover and slightly discolored pages, bears the marks of a book that has been cherished and pored over by its previous owners. For collectors and readers alike, it offers a tangible connection to the rich literary heritage of one of America’s most celebrated and enigmatic authors.