How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
Roseman tried to play footsie with her under the table. She was wearing boots, and couldn't feel much of anything. So, insulated, she decided not to make any fuss. (1.97)
Is sex always depicted as absurd in the novel? Why do all of the male characters come on to Oedipa? Why doesn't she make a fuss?
Quote #2
The face of the nymph was much like Oedipa's, which didn't startle her so much as a concealed blower system that kept the nymph's gauze chiton in constant agitation, revealing enormous vermilion-tipped breasts and long pink thighs at each flap. She was smiling a lipsticked and public smile, not quite a hooker's but nowhere near that of any nymph pining away with love either. (2.5)
Is this an exaggeration of the way that women are portrayed in society or is it accurate? What is the point of Pynchon's parody?