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The Sky is Everywhere Allusions & Cultural References

When authors refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Philosophical References

Historical References

Pop Culture References

  • "Approaching Shark" (Jaws theme song) (2.31)
  • The Wizard of Oz (2.44; 19.5)
  • John Lennon (2.16; 6.51)
  • Throat Singers of Tuva (6.36; 28.18)
  • Mozart (9.68)
  • Bach, Sacred Music (9.68)
  • Superman (9.85; 15.22)
  • The Munsters (17.9)
  • Cavallini, "Adagio and Tarantella" (20.1)'
  • Charlie Parker (20.1)
  • Edith Piaf, "La Vie en Rose" (21.14)
  • Filth (24.9)
  • Willie Nelson (24.9)
  • Hank Williams (24.9)
  • Johnny Cash (24.9)
  • Chopin, Nocturne (24.12)
  • Star Wars (26.17)
  • Star Trek (26.17)
  • Marlboro Man (28.59)
  • Stravinsky (30.7)
  • Big Foot (33.53)