In "Catch-22," Yossarian recognizes the paradoxical nature of the titular concept, understanding it as an unavoidable dilemma that features a blend of logic and absurdity. As he converses with Doc Daneeka, Yossarian contemplates the eerie elegance of Catch-22, likening it to modern art—beautiful yet perplexing. This correspondence emphasizes the complexity and futility inherent in military bureaucracy and the struggles faced by individuals caught in such a system.
The metaphor of modern...