“Their most destructive untruth is that it is very easy for any American to make money. They will not acknowledge how in fact hard money is to come by, and, therefore, those who have no money blame and blame and blame themselves. This inward blame has been a treasure for the rich and powerful.”
Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five is a satirical and philosophical novel that combines elements of science fiction with the author's own experiences as a prisoner of war during the Allied bombing of Dresden. The narrative is non-linear and employs a time-traveling protagonist, Billy Pilgrim, who is haunted by his past and the events of the war. The book is known for its dark humor and its exploration of themes such as the absurdity of war, the nature of time, and the human condition. more
“I hated the fact that I had to live with this fear, the fear of being helpless. [page 178]”
“I don't think I can do this anymore, do this facade of caring p.122”
“For the first time in a long time, I was free. Dirty, scarred, and hurt, but finally free.”
“No no no, he can't do this, he was my protector, not this.”
“The world is upside down, and therefore the first are last and the last are first.”