Kurt Vonnegut Livres

Kurt Vonnegut, romancier et satiriste d'exception, était l'un des orateurs les plus demandés pour les cérémonies de remise de diplômes. Chaque fois, il savait trouver des mots originaux, pertinents et drôles. Elle n'est pas belle, la vie ? rassemble des discours que l'écrivain a prononcés dans neuf universités entre 1978 et 2004. Hilarantes, incisives ou du plus profond sérieux, ces réflexions sont parfaites pour quiconque fait l'expérience de ce que Vonnegut appelle " la cérémonie tant attendue de la puberté ", marquant la transition entre les études et la vie d'adulte. Un livre prophétique et exaltant dont chaque mot résonne avec une modernité cinglante.

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.

'Black satire of the highest polish' Guardian Whilst awaiting trial for war crimes in an Israeli prison, Howard W. Campbell Jr sets down his memoirs on an old German typewriter. He has used such a typewriter before, when he worked as a Nazi propagandist under Goebbels. Though that was before he agreed to become a spy for US military. Is Howard guilty? Can a black or white verdict ever be reached in a world that's a gazillion shades of grey? 'After Vonnegut, everything else seems a bit tame' Spectator

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.