Mother Night

Book • 1966
Kurt Vonnegut's 'Mother Night' is a complex and thought-provoking novel exploring themes of identity, morality, and the nature of truth.

The story follows Howard W. Campbell Jr., an American writer who becomes a Nazi propagandist during World War II. The novel delves into the protagonist's moral ambiguity and the consequences of his actions.

Vonnegut masterfully blends fiction and reality, blurring the lines between truth and deception.

The novel's exploration of identity and the ethical dilemmas faced by individuals in times of conflict resonates with readers.

'Mother Night' remains a powerful and unsettling exploration of the human condition.

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