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» Karen_James - Though I haven't yet read Vonnegut's <cite>Timequake</cite>, I d Though I haven't yet read Vonnegut's
Vonnetgut is really astounding. On the one hand he's an ex-soldier, and yet his common theme is pacifism. He represents a life in conflict, offering his life experiences though characters like Billy Pilgrim and Elliot Rosewater. My favorites (of those I've read) include
Karen James -- posted by Karen_James » RobertP_2 - I was pleased to see that The New York Times Book Review gave a I was pleased to see that The New York Times Book Review gave a generous review to "Timequake," which has been drubbed by other national news media. Although not Vonnegut's best, it's nevertheless entetaining, and as Karen notes, thought provoking.While Vonnegut claims "Timequake" is his final book, he shows that age hasn't cut heavily into his talents as a wry observer of life. Robert Powers -- posted by RobertP_2 » RoxianneM - Great article. I was just telling someone the other day that I h Great article. I was just telling someone the other day that I haven't read Vonnegut in years. She works in a used bookstore and just got in a whole batch of his books. Maybe I'll have to pick up the new one instead of re-reading all the old stuff!Roxianne -- posted by RoxianneM » RobertP_2 - Vonnegut is a genius, but his unusual style always takes getting Vonnegut is a genius, but his unusual style always takes getting used to. There's a distinct rhythm to his writing, sometimes difficult to decipher, but definitely worth the effort. Although "Timequake" takes many sideline excursions and eventually abandons plot, Vonnegut's personal recollections provide much entertainment. I hope he's not serious that this will be his final book.Robert Powers -- posted by RobertP_2 » KenH_2 - Ken Hsyu A question about Timequake As a new reader of Vonne Ken HsyuA question about Timequake As a new reader of Vonnetgut, I foud a word I don't quite understand at And then I found myself in the winter of 1996....written in the first place. Can somebody tell me what "Merde" means? I'd appreciate it if I can receive Ken shyu from taiwan -- posted by KenH_2 » Jojo - Hi there Ken - sorry I didn't see your question earlier. Maybe y Hi there Ken - sorry I didn't see your question earlier. Maybe you even already have your answer, but "merde" means "pooh" in French.As far as Vonnegut goes, he was the first author I read (it was in school) and managed to set a standard for my preference in reading material. I'm a little less picky now, but for years there (outside of required reading) all I read and re-read was Vonnegut. I haven't read this one yet, but will be sure to now that I have read your review Robert. Josephine P.S. - Check out my allies at -- posted by Jojo » RobertP_2 - I've been saying for years that Kurt Vonnegut is one of the best I've been saying for years that Kurt Vonnegut is one of the best writers of the 20th century. He's quirky and his style sometimes proves irritating, but he writes about the human condition with unerring accuracy and good humor, even when dealing with the most horrendous of topics.He has said that "Timequake" is his last book. Let's all hope he changes his mind. He still has much to say. Robert Powers, -- posted by RobertP_2 » w_benefield - Vonnegut still ticking I Read this article at the link below about Kurt Vonnegut and his latest antics and what the future holds.-- posted by w_benefield
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