Tag Archives: postmodern

Supercontext: Infinite Jest by David Foster Wallace


This 1996 novel is infamous for its length and complex narrative structure, while being critically lauded for its themes and style. We discuss how Wallace approached the project, while grappling with revelations about how he treated women both on-and-off the page.

Interested in the media we discussed this episode? Please support the show by purchasing it through our affiliate store:

Additional Resources:

Check out this episode!

Thomas Pynchon, Gravity’s Rainbow


We try to unpack what little is known about this author, while providing a “succinct” description of the book. Along the way we discuss the publishing industry, book awards, obscenity, themes and the mythical reputation this tome has garnered over the years.

Interested in the media we discussed this episode? Please support the show by purchasing it through our affiliate store:

Additional Resources:

 

Check out this episode!