White Noise
White Noise by Don DeLillo, published by Pan Macmillan on February 17, 2022, is a thought-provoking exploration of contemporary life. This edition spans 374 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Jack Gladney, who heads the Hitler studies program at the College-on-the-Hill, as he navigates the absurdities of his existence. A chemical spill triggers an ‘Airborne Toxic Event,’ compelling Jack to confront his deepest fears, particularly regarding mortality.
Readers will find a blend of social satire and philosophical inquiry as DeLillo examines themes of consumerism, media saturation, and the complexities of family life. The book delves into the strangeness of living with an ever-present fear of death, questioning the very essence of existence in modern society. This edition is part of the Picador Collection, highlighting significant works in contemporary literature.
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‘An extraordinarily funny book on a serious subject, effortlessly combining social comedy, disaster, fiction and philosophy’ – The Daily Telegraph
Jack Gladney is the creator and chairman of Hitler studies at the College-on-the-Hill. This is the story of his absurd life. A life that is going well enough, until a chemical spill from a train carriage releases an ‘Airborne Toxic Event’ and Jack is forced to confront his biggest fear – his own mortality.
White Noise is a combination of social satire and metaphysical dilemma in which Don DeLillo exposes our rampant consumerism, media saturation and novelty intellectualism. It captures the particular strangeness of life lived when the fear of death cannot be denied or repressed, and ponders the role of the family in a time when the very meaning of our existence is under threat.
‘America’s greatest living writer.’ – The Observer
Part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the best of modern literature.
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