"Mason & Dixon" is a historical novel written by Thomas Pynchon, published in 1997. The story follows the lives of two real-life historical figures, Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, who were instrumental in surveying and establishing the boundary line between Pennsylvania and Maryland in the 18th century.
The novel is set against the backdrop of the Enlightenment, the American Revolution, and the Age of Reason, and explores themes such as science, religion, politics, and philosophy. The narrative is nonlinear and features a wide range of characters, both fictional and historical, including Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, and various indigenous peoples.
Pynchon's writing style is known for its complexity, intertextuality, and use of puns and allusions. "Mason & Dixon" is no exception, with Pynchon employing a wide range of literary devices and techniques, including postmodernist techniques such as metafiction and pastiche.
Overall, "Mason & Dixon" is a rich and intricate novel that explores the complexities of history, science, and human relationships in a unique and thought-provoking way.
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