Here we can rant about different editions, quality of paper and print, revised texts by the author, etc.
Today I wanted to discuss these maligned Vintage editions. I know, the covers are not 'serious' at all. More like a joke or a children's book, with that 'Where's Waldo' look. But, even if I don't find it particularly pleasant, I think it fits Pynchon's mood and intentions as an author, to some extent. Anyway, it's not that terrible.
I wanted to comment on the quality of my copy of Vineland that hast just arrived on the mail a few hours ago. It's really not bad at all. I read somewhere that the print is 'smudged' (whatever that means) but I get none of that. It supposedly varies from copy to copy. Mine is pretty nice. The covers are not poor quality, they feel rather sturdy for a paperback. The pages feel decent quality too. I'll share a few pics I took for those interested in these editions. I certainly will be buying V. now from this edition (I read it digitally like 6 years ago and could use a re-read) since the price point is absurdly cheap. They're like half the price as other editions. What's not to like?
> inb4 hideous covers
get over yourself
