David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest stands as one of the most ambitious and intricate novels of the late twentieth century. Exploring the intersection of entertainment, addiction, and the pursuit of meaning, the novel intertwines narratives from a tennis academy, a rehabilitation center, and a near-future North America consumed by consumerism and spectacle. Wallace’s work challenges readers to confront the ways in which pleasure, pain, and the search for transcendence shape both individuals and society at large.

• Addiction permeates all aspects of life, not just substance abuse but also entertainment and achievement.
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