The Crying of Lot 49, by Thomas Phychon. First Edition.
The Crying of Lot 49, the landmark novel by Thomas Pynchon, was first published in 1966. This first edition is a key piece in the landscape of postmodern literature, renowned for its intricate plot and rich thematic content.
The novel follows Oedipa Maas, who becomes the executor of her ex-lover Pierce Inverarity's estate. As she unravels his affairs, Oedipa stumbles upon the enigmatic Tristero, a shadowy postal system that leads her down a path of conspiracy and mystery. Pynchon's narrative blends satire, paranoia, and profound philosophical inquiries, challenging readers to question the nature of reality and communication.
This first edition is a testament to Pynchon's literary prowess, capturing the essence of his unique voice and complex storytelling. The Crying of Lot 49 remains a significant work for its exploration of themes such as entropy, the quest for meaning, and the hidden structures that influence society.
Internally the book is fine, with a previous owners signature nearly written on the end paper. Dust jacket is good, with some paper loss to the extremities of the spine.
Published by J.B. Lippincott & Co., 1966.
The Crying of Lot 49, the landmark novel by Thomas Pynchon, was first published in 1966. This first edition is a key piece in the landscape of postmodern literature, renowned for its intricate plot and rich thematic content.
The novel follows Oedipa Maas, who becomes the executor of her ex-lover Pierce Inverarity's estate. As she unravels his affairs, Oedipa stumbles upon the enigmatic Tristero, a shadowy postal system that leads her down a path of conspiracy and mystery. Pynchon's narrative blends satire, paranoia, and profound philosophical inquiries, challenging readers to question the nature of reality and communication.
This first edition is a testament to Pynchon's literary prowess, capturing the essence of his unique voice and complex storytelling. The Crying of Lot 49 remains a significant work for its exploration of themes such as entropy, the quest for meaning, and the hidden structures that influence society.
Internally the book is fine, with a previous owners signature nearly written on the end paper. Dust jacket is good, with some paper loss to the extremities of the spine.
Published by J.B. Lippincott & Co., 1966.
The Crying of Lot 49, the landmark novel by Thomas Pynchon, was first published in 1966. This first edition is a key piece in the landscape of postmodern literature, renowned for its intricate plot and rich thematic content.
The novel follows Oedipa Maas, who becomes the executor of her ex-lover Pierce Inverarity's estate. As she unravels his affairs, Oedipa stumbles upon the enigmatic Tristero, a shadowy postal system that leads her down a path of conspiracy and mystery. Pynchon's narrative blends satire, paranoia, and profound philosophical inquiries, challenging readers to question the nature of reality and communication.
This first edition is a testament to Pynchon's literary prowess, capturing the essence of his unique voice and complex storytelling. The Crying of Lot 49 remains a significant work for its exploration of themes such as entropy, the quest for meaning, and the hidden structures that influence society.
Internally the book is fine, with a previous owners signature nearly written on the end paper. Dust jacket is good, with some paper loss to the extremities of the spine.
Published by J.B. Lippincott & Co., 1966.
