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The Brothers Vonnegut

Science and Fiction in the House of Magic
Book • 2015
The Brothers Vonnegut delves into the lives of Kurt Vonnegut, the renowned novelist, and his brother Bernard, a leading scientist at General Electric.

The book explores how Bernard's work in weather modification influenced Kurt's writing, particularly in novels like Cat's Cradle.

It offers a fascinating blend of biography, cultural history, and ethical inquiry into the intersection of science and fiction.

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