Editor | Dan Wakefield |
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Author | Kurt Vonnegut |
Language | English |
Genre | Non-fiction, Letters |
Publisher | Delacorte Press |
Publication date | October 30, 2012 |
Publication place | United States |
Media type | Print (Hardcover, Paperback), E-book, Audiobook |
Pages | 464 |
OCLC | 796759767 |
818/.5409 | |
LC Class | PS3572.O5 A6 2012 |
Kurt Vonnegut: Letters is a collection of letters written by American author Kurt Vonnegut, edited by his friend and fellow writer Dan Wakefield. Published by Delacorte Press on October 30, 2012, the book compiles a wide range of Vonnegut's correspondence spanning his entire life, offering insight into his personal thoughts, relationships, and the development of his literary career. [1]
Kurt Vonnegut (1922–2007) was a renowned American author known for his satirical and darkly humorous novels, including Slaughterhouse-Five, Cat's Cradle, and Breakfast of Champions. [2] Over his lifetime, he wrote numerous letters to friends, family, editors, and fellow writers. [1] This collection was meticulously compiled and edited by Dan Wakefield, who was a close friend of Vonnegut. [3] Wakefield provides context and annotations throughout the book, enriching the reader's understanding of the letters' significance. [1]
The letters in the collection cover a wide range of topics, including Vonnegut's experiences during World War II, his views on politics and society, his struggles and triumphs as a writer, and his personal relationships. [4] The book is divided into sections that correspond to different periods in Vonnegut's life, offering a chronological perspective on his development as an individual and an author. [4]
Kurt Vonnegut: Letters received positive reviews from critics and readers alike. [5] Reviewers praised the book for its candid and intimate portrayal of Vonnegut, as well as the insightful annotations by Wakefield. [6] The collection has been lauded as a valuable resource for fans of Vonnegut's work and scholars studying his contributions to American literature. [7]
Some of the notable letters included in the collection are:
Editor | Dan Wakefield |
---|---|
Author | Kurt Vonnegut |
Language | English |
Genre | Non-fiction, Letters |
Publisher | Delacorte Press |
Publication date | October 30, 2012 |
Publication place | United States |
Media type | Print (Hardcover, Paperback), E-book, Audiobook |
Pages | 464 |
OCLC | 796759767 |
818/.5409 | |
LC Class | PS3572.O5 A6 2012 |
Kurt Vonnegut: Letters is a collection of letters written by American author Kurt Vonnegut, edited by his friend and fellow writer Dan Wakefield. Published by Delacorte Press on October 30, 2012, the book compiles a wide range of Vonnegut's correspondence spanning his entire life, offering insight into his personal thoughts, relationships, and the development of his literary career. [1]
Kurt Vonnegut (1922–2007) was a renowned American author known for his satirical and darkly humorous novels, including Slaughterhouse-Five, Cat's Cradle, and Breakfast of Champions. [2] Over his lifetime, he wrote numerous letters to friends, family, editors, and fellow writers. [1] This collection was meticulously compiled and edited by Dan Wakefield, who was a close friend of Vonnegut. [3] Wakefield provides context and annotations throughout the book, enriching the reader's understanding of the letters' significance. [1]
The letters in the collection cover a wide range of topics, including Vonnegut's experiences during World War II, his views on politics and society, his struggles and triumphs as a writer, and his personal relationships. [4] The book is divided into sections that correspond to different periods in Vonnegut's life, offering a chronological perspective on his development as an individual and an author. [4]
Kurt Vonnegut: Letters received positive reviews from critics and readers alike. [5] Reviewers praised the book for its candid and intimate portrayal of Vonnegut, as well as the insightful annotations by Wakefield. [6] The collection has been lauded as a valuable resource for fans of Vonnegut's work and scholars studying his contributions to American literature. [7]
Some of the notable letters included in the collection are: