Strange, strange are the dynamics of oil and the ways of oilmen.
Thomas Pynchon's "Gravity's Rainbow" explores the complex and often enigmatic nature of the oil industry and its pivotal role in the global landscape. The quote “Strange, strange are the dynamics of oil and the ways of oilmen” highlights the intricate and sometimes opaque relationships that define this realm. Oilmen operate within a system that is shaped by political, economic, and social factors, leading to actions and motivations that can seem baffling...