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tmarshconnors · 24 days

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"If they can get you asking the wrong questions, they don't have to worry about answers."

Thomas Ruggles Pynchon Jr. is an American novelist noted for his dense and complex novels. His fiction and non-fiction writings encompass a vast array of subject matter, genres and themes, including history, music, science, and mathematics.

Reclusive Nature: Pynchon is famously reclusive, rarely appearing publicly and avoiding interviews and media attention. This aura of mystery has only added to his mystique as a writer.

Academic Background: Pynchon studied engineering physics at Cornell University, where he developed an interest in literature and writing. He later pursued graduate studies in English at the University of Washington.

Military Service: Pynchon served in the United States Navy from 1955 to 1957, an experience that influenced some of his writing, particularly in his novel "Gravity's Rainbow," which includes themes related to World War II and military technology.

Literary Career: Pynchon gained widespread acclaim with his debut novel, "V.," published in 1963. He followed this with several other highly regarded works, including "The Crying of Lot 49," "Gravity's Rainbow," and "Mason & Dixon." His novels are known for their dense prose, intricate plots, and exploration of complex themes.

Awards and Recognition: Pynchon has received numerous awards and honours throughout his career, including the National Book Award for Fiction for "Gravity's Rainbow" in 1974. He has also received the MacArthur Fellowship, commonly known as the "Genius Grant," in recognition of his contributions to literature. Despite his accolades, Pynchon remains relatively elusive, preferring to let his writing speak for itself.

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nighttime-thoughts · 29 days

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Please tell me i'm not as forgettable as your silence is making me feel.

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shakespearesdaughters · 6 months

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berlinsct · 2 months

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liesandnights · 2 years

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To lovely humans who were excluded from invitations, left behind when they tied their shoes, forced to walk in the grass when the sidewalk was full, spoken over when you tried to contribute, whispered about or laughed at, given side-eye when you tried to fit in.... you are so worthy of love.

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joytri · 5 months

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the soul that you bring to the table

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words-at-night · 21 days

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newvision · 2 years

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— Bob Dylan from When the Deal Goes Down on Modern Times (2006)

#zimmerman my love #Bob Dylan #modern times #when the deal goes down #literature #dark academia #aesthetic #books #poetry #light academia #academia #dark academia style #dark academia aesthetic #litblr #American literature #lyrics #music #🌧

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peacefulandcozy · 9 months

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#cozy vibes #cozyvibes #cozy #cosy vibes #cosy aesthetic #comfy colors #comfy places #catblr #music #bookblr #books #literature #classic literature #converse #rainy day #rain day #rainy city #vinyl

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daweyt · 2 years

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— Frank Bidart, from “Half-light: Collected Poems 1965-2016; ‘In The Ruin’", published c. 2017.

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copingchaos · 7 months

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they couldnt have thought of this BEFORE they dropped 12000 bombs on an entire population and deprived them from water and electricty for 18+ days?

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musings-n-museums · 1 month

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i don't know which one feels more like home. (the uncertainty or the chaos)

fireworks by jaedha godwin, pinterest // split by niki // post by @haykhighland (infinite thanks for letting me use your post // special by sza // images from pinterest // post-glacial by tori mccandless // "saga (i won't forget you when i'm gone)", andrei voznesensk - translated by @metamorphesque // split by niki // image from pinterest