Against the Day by Thomas Pynchon
The novel is a sprawling epic that spans the period from the 1893 World's Fair to the years following World War I. It follows the stories of several characters including the anarchist Traverse family, a group of balloonists, a detective, and a mathematician. The book explores themes of anarchism, capitalism, and technology, and incorporates elements of science fiction, adventure, and historical fiction. It is noted for its complex structure and dense, multifaceted narrative.
The 5401st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 1085
- Words
- 484,000
- Original Language
- English
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