Kurt Vonnegut was an American writer known for his satirical novels and witty commentary on contemporary society.
Born on November 11, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Served in World War II and was a prisoner of war.
Rose to fame in the 1960s with the publication of his novel 'Cat's Cradle'.
Published several other successful books, including 'Slaughterhouse-Five', 'Breakfast of Champions', and 'Mother Night'.
Died on April 11, 2007, in Manhattan, New York City.
British writer known for his political satire, particularly '1984' and 'Animal Farm'.
British writer known for his dystopian novel 'Brave New World'.
American writer known for his satirical novel 'Catch-22'.
A satirical novel about the experiences of a soldier during World War II and his time travel adventures.
A satirical novel about the apocalypse, religion, and the pursuit of scientific knowledge.
A satirical novel about a meeting between a science fiction writer and his biggest fan, and the commentary on contemporary society that follows.
Vonnegut is known for his simple yet powerful writing style, often incorporating satire and black humor to make poignant social commentary.
Common themes in Vonnegut's work include the human condition, war, the dangers of technology, and the folly of human beings.
Slaughterhouse-Five is considered a classic due to its unique blend of genres, its powerful anti-war message, and its innovative use of time travel as a literary device.
Vonnegut served in the US Army and was captured by German troops in the Battle of the Bulge. He was then held as a prisoner of war in Dresden, Germany, where he witnessed the bombing of the city by Allied forces.
One of Vonnegut's most famous quotes is 'So it goes', which he uses repeatedly in his novel 'Slaughterhouse-Five' to convey the inevitability of death.