Exploring the Timeline of the Novel 'White Noise': When is it Set?

Don DeLillo's White Noise is a postmodern masterpiece that delves into the fears and anxieties surrounding technology, rampant consumerism, and the fear of death. The novel, first published in 1985, presents a futuristic version of the 1980s and creates a timeless atmosphere, but is less specific about its exact timeline. By exploring the novel's setting and its unique commentary on modernity and postmodernism, we can attempt to narrow down the timeline of the events depicted in White Noise. This article will analyze the novel's references to pop culture, technology, and family life, as well as its enduring relevance in the contemporary world.