Shooting Electricity Quote by Thomas Pynchon
““—Son, been wondering about this, ah, “screwing in” you kids are doing. This matter of the, shooting electricity into head, ha-ha? —Waves, Pop. Not just raw electricity. That’s fer drips!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gravity's Rainbow, 1973
A character jokes about using electricity to control minds, highlighting absurdity of techno‑fear.
In simple terms: Tech scares are often absurd.
Key Takeaway
Question the real threat behind tech hype.
Themes
technology
fear
absurdity
Mood
ironic
critical
playful
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- media criticism
- political satire
- cultural commentary
Key Concepts
mind control
electricity
science fiction
Questions to Reflect On
- What real fears does this satire reveal?
- How does humor defuse tech paranoia?
A Different Perspective
The humor masks deeper anxieties about manipulation.
