Why is David Foster Wallace so complicated to read?
Currently attempting to read Infinite Jest. I have to confess I've not been reading anything for almost 7 years after high school so I'm pretty out of touch but even then it is so exhausting to read this book!
It’s non linear and doesn’t hand hold readers at all. Also the end notes are kind of a pain in the ass on a practical level (even though some of the best writing is back there).
He might just fit your taste and there’s nothing wrong with that.
El_Hombre_Aleman on
If it‘s any consolation: I am an avid reader, and I couldn’t finish it.
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The answer is in the title.
It’s non linear and doesn’t hand hold readers at all. Also the end notes are kind of a pain in the ass on a practical level (even though some of the best writing is back there).
He might just fit your taste and there’s nothing wrong with that.
If it‘s any consolation: I am an avid reader, and I couldn’t finish it.