can anyone tell me about "gavity's rainbow" by thomas pinchon without all the literary bul***it?

Answer 1

If "Gravity's Rainbow" could be said to have a story, it would be this: the main character (associated with missile strikes) learns of a new kind of missile during WW2, and searches Europe for it in the midst of a breakdown.

But you have to understand that the book is sometimes hailed at the greatest postmodern work of the twentieth century, which means that to everyone else it's going to be incredibly difficult if not completely unreadable. It is full to the brim with allusions, allegories, segues, and so many diversions that some would probably consider any kind of actual plot in the book to be entirely beside the point. Either you appreciate this kind of style, or you don't, I suspect.

Hope that helps!

Answer 2

I am afraid that if I left all of that out there would not be a point to what Pynchon wrote.

if you are confused by "Gravity's Rainbow" you could try looking up an address for the author to write to him and tell him you think his story is too dense and you want a non-BS summary. I think he lives in New York and would probably be glad to tell you what it is all about. He may even have a small pamphlet on the subject that he could email you.