Epigraphs

Photograph from the cover of

Conversations with Tom Robbins

Robbins begins his novels with epigraphs to prepare the reader's mind for the imaginative journey ahead. These brief quotations present both a puzzle and a clue: the juxtaposition of statements creates a sort of k?an, enticing the reader to look for connections and meaning. 

The following pages offer a selection of Robbins' epigraphs over the years, which illustrate his broad repertoire of intellectual and cultural influences.