Conference Paper: Thomas Pynchon, David Foster Wallace and Twenty-First-Century Utopianism, 16-18 July, 2012, University of Lincoln

Key Points

• Examining utopianism reveals connections in the works of thomas pynchon and david foster wallace, and their enduring influence.
• The presentation will focus on how these authors approach themes of society and idealism in twenty-first century fiction.
• Engagement with contemporary literature shows how the utopian concepts presented by these authors resonate today.
• Contextualizing their work within the modern landscape underscores the significance of utopian narratives in shaping thought.