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Kurt Vonnegut è stato un romanziere, satirico e artista grafico americano, celebrato per le sue opere che fondono magistralmente satira, commedia nera e fantascienza. Il suo stile distintivo, plasmato dalle sue esperienze di giornalista e dai suoi strazianti incontri bellici, è caratterizzato da una prosa sobria e da acute osservazioni sulla condizione umana. Autoproclamatosi umanista e socialista, le narrazioni di Vonnegut esplorano frequentemente le assurdità della guerra, le complessità delle strutture sociali e la ricerca di significato, il tutto offerto con la sua caratteristica miscela di arguzia profonda e pathos.







Presents a collection of four novels, four short stories, and other writings, including a speech and letters
Reflecting on a prolific writing career, Kurt Vonnegut emphasizes the consistent theme of decency amidst societal indecency. This collection examines his extensive body of work, including novels, essays, and short stories, showcasing his impact as a beloved author and social critic. Featuring contributions from scholars and friends, the essays offer insights into Vonnegut's legacy and relevance as the world transitions into the next millennium, celebrating his unique voice and perspective on humanity.
This definitive edition of Kurt Vonnegut's fiction compiles his last three novels: "Bluebeard," "Hocus Pocus," and "Timequake," showcasing his signature satirical style. It explores themes of artistic integrity, societal issues, and personal reflections, concluding with a selection of related nonfiction pieces. A fitting farewell from a literary master.
From riffs on country music, George Bush, and his mother's midnight mania, to a bittersweet tribute to a dead friend, this book demonstrates why Kurt Vonnegut is equally well known as an essayist and commentator as he is a novelist. It resonates with Vonnegut's singular voice.
This short story by Kurt Vonnegut, originally written in 1953 and published in Galaxy Science Fiction in 1954, features a protagonist whose title serves as a euphemism for dying, exploring themes of mortality and human experience.
This collection of Vonnegut's letters is the autobiography he never wrote - from the letter he posted home upon being freed from a German POW camp, to notes of advice to his children: `Don't let anybody tell you that smoking and boozing are bad for you.