In "Gravity's Rainbow," Thomas Pynchon examines the chaos of modern society and suggests that the overwhelming proliferation of information has led to a state of madness. He questions the role of substances and relationships in this turmoil, implying that both drugs and interpersonal dynamics have been impacted by the overwhelming flow of information. This environment fosters confusion and disrupts traditional values, contributing to societal instability.

Pynchon's commentary highlights the shift in how people relate to one another and to the world around them, emphasizing that information has become the prevailing currency. In this context, he critiques the superficiality and fragmentation that result when information dominates human experience, raising concerns about the implications for individual connection and integrity.