Don DeLillo weaves a complex tapestry of post-war American life in 'Underworld,' a novel that begins with an iconic baseball game and expands to explore the interconnectedness of cultural moments and personal histories. A legendary home run, known as the 'Shot Heard Round the World,' becomes the metaphoric throughline connecting Nick Shay, haunted by loss and his past, with Klara Sax, an artist striving for independence. As the Cold War era looms large, a diverse cast of historical and fictional characters intersects, revealing the shifting landscape of America from the 1950s through the 1990s. Through individual lives, larger societal themes are reflected, offering a panoramic view of the nation's triumphs, traumas, and transformations.