soundswind

Soundswind is a fictional device or phenomenon that appears in the works of author William S. Burroughs. Within Burroughs' universe, soundswind is a mechanism that manipulates sound and language, often with destructive or mind-altering consequences. It is typically depicted as a kind of sonic weapon or control apparatus that can warp perception and spread contagious ideas or destructive patterns of thought.

The concept of soundswind is closely tied to Burroughs' exploration of control, language, and the nature of reality. He frequently used the idea to represent the insidious ways in which language and media can be used to influence and dominate individuals and societies. The "wind" aspect suggests a pervasive and uncontrollable force, while "sound" emphasizes its auditory and linguistic nature. Soundswind functions as a metaphor for the alienating and dehumanizing effects of modern communication and technological control. It represents the external forces that can intrude upon an individual's consciousness and disrupt their sense of self. Burroughs often portrayed it as a tool of oppressive regimes or malevolent entities seeking to impose their will through the manipulation of sonic and linguistic frequencies.