Oedipa Maas

Oedipa Maas is the protagonist of Thomas Pynchon's novel *The Crying of Lot 49*. She is an ordinary woman who becomes unexpectedly entangled in a complex, mysterious underground communication network that hints at a secret historical rebellion. As she investigates, she questions reality, meaning, and her own perceptions, navigating a labyrinth of conspiracy and ambiguity. Oedipa's journey explores themes of information overload, the nature of truth, and the interconnectedness of modern society, illustrating how ordinary individuals can become unwitting participants in larger, hidden systems.