Acclaimed American author Kurt Vonnegut is known for his legacy of satirical literature, including his best-selling novel Slaughterhouse Five and his short-story collection Welcome to the Monkey House. His writing often mixed dark humor with speculative fiction, calling attention to important issues in American society, politics, and life. Listen to learn more about Vonnegut’s influential work from interviews with the author himself.
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01/12/2007
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How did the author address the idea of American tribalism in his writing?
What was Vonnegut’s novel “Player Piano” about?
How did Vonnegut view television?
Why did Vonnegut favor satire?
Why does the reporter end the tribute to Vonnegut with the phrase, “So it goes”?
