Entropy by Thomas Pynchon
Set against the backdrop of a chaotic party in a Washington, D.C. apartment, the narrative explores the concept of entropy as a metaphor for the inevitable decline of order into disorder. Through the interactions of a diverse group of characters, the story delves into themes of communication breakdown, existential uncertainty, and the struggle to find meaning amidst the chaos of modern life. As the party spirals into disarray, the characters' attempts to impose order on their surroundings mirror the broader human quest for understanding in an increasingly complex world.
- Published
- 1960
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 10-20
- Original Language
- English
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