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Vonnegut and the Bomb

The Atlantic Out Loud

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This chapter examines how World War II shaped Kurt Vonnegut's literary voice, particularly in 'Cat's Cradle.' It connects his experiences with the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and the Dresden bombing to his critique of human violence and absurdity.

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