Pynchon and the Political (Studies in Major Literary Authors)

Thomas Pynchon's writing has been widely regarded as an exemplary form of postmodern fiction. It is characterized as genre-defying and enigmatic, as a series of complex and esoteric language games. This study attempts to demonstrate, however, that an oblique yet compelling sense of the "political" Pynchon disappers all too easily under the mantle of postmodernity. Innovative and unsettling discussions of freedom, war, labor, poverty, community, democracy, and totalitarianism are passed over in favor of constrictive scientific metaphors and theoretical play. Against this current, this study analyzes Pynchon's&nbsp;fiction in terms of its radical dimension, showing how it points to new directions in the relationship between the political and the aesthetic.

Literature & Fiction

Thomas, Samuel

History & Criticism

Routledge

Thomas Pynchon's writing has been widely regarded as an exemplary form of postmodern fiction. It is characterized as genre-defying and enigmatic, as a series of complex and esoteric language games. This study attempts to demonstrate, however, that an oblique yet compelling sense of the "political" Pynchon disappers all too easily under the mantle of postmodernity. Innovative and unsettling discussions of freedom, war, labor, poverty, community, democracy, and totalitarianism are passed over in favor of constrictive scientific metaphors and theoretical play. Against this current, this study analyzes Pynchon's fiction in terms of its radical dimension, showing how it points to new directions in the relationship between the political and the aesthetic.

Pynchon and the Political

Pray Like JesusHave you ever stopped to talk to God and had no idea where to start or what to say? Do you ever wonder if He hears you? Do you wonder if He understands what you are going through? In this book, three pastors dissect the Lord's Prayer to answer these questions, give insight into what each part means, and show you how to use it to enhance your own prayer life. Prayer gives you joy in the good times, strength and courage in the bad times, and helps you know who God is in a true relationship with Him. Therefore, it is worth it to look closely at Jesus' example and see what He said about how to pray. You'll learn: -What the Lord's Prayer is and what it isn't -Why we should slow down when we begin to pray-Why saying "Thy will be done" can be difficult -The heart of God when we ask for things -A deeper understanding of forgiveness -The role of temptation in our lives Each chapter ends with questions you can either answer by yourself or use for group study. Our hope is that by walking through Jesus' words and example, your prayer life and relationship with Him will grow stronger and deeper. Authors: Pastor Ricky Smith- Lead Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church Dr. Samuel Thomas- Director of Hopegivers International Pastor Frank Bowden- Student Ministry, Calvary Baptist Church

Pray Like Jesus: How to Pray When You’re Not Sure What to Say

Religion & Spirituality

Smith, Ricky

Bowden, Frank

Christian Books & Bibles

Ricky Smith

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