Hilarious does not fully believe which proves that the hidden truth is as fictional and incapable of existing as a monster from a children's story. Pynchon argues in order to believe that such hidden truths exist one must either be extremely dedicated in their belief, or as uninformed as a little kid in their knowledge of monsters under the bed. ... Pynchon argues that a belief in hidden truth is safe and healthy - like a child's belief in monsters - however following that belief will lead to disaster. ...

• Word Count: 3055
• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School

When Prince Andrei was depressed he saw an oak tree "With its huge ungainly limbs sprawling unsymmetrically like gnarled arms and fingers, it stood, an ancient monster, wrathful and sardonic, among the smiling birches." ...

• Word Count: 2809
• Approx Pages: 11
• Grade Level: High School