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Literary Fiction· United States

Inherent Vice

by Thomas Pynchon
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
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Published 2009English
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Published in 2009, Inherent Vice established Thomas Pynchon as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Inherent Vice (2009) establishes Thomas Pynchon as a significant voice in literary fiction, weaving together themes of identity, memory, and transformation.

Book Details

AuthorThomas Pynchon
Published2009
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9789023450320
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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🇺🇸 United States

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