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God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater

Kurt Vonnegut Jr.
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46 pages • 1 hour read

Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1965

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  • Before You Read

  • Summary

    • Chapter Summaries & Analyses

  • Chapters 1-5

  • Chapters 6-10

  • Chapters 11-14

  • Character Analysis

  • Themes

  • Symbols & Motifs

  • Literary Devices

  • Important Quotes

  • Essay Topics

    • Before You Read

    Reviews & Readership

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    Review Roundup

    God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. is lauded for its satirical wit and sharp social critique. Readers appreciate its humorous yet poignant exploration of wealth, philanthropy, and human compassion. However, some find the narrative's pacing uneven. Overall, it's considered a thought-provoking and entertaining read.

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    Who Should Read God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater?

    Readers who enjoy God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. typically appreciate satirical and darkly comedic explorations of society, wealth, and human nature. Fans of Joseph Heller's Catch-22 and George Orwell's Animal Farm, who have a penchant for incisive social critique and absurdity, would find this book compelling.

    Recommended

    Reading Age

    18+years

    Lexile Level

    940L

    Book Details

    Genre
    Satire
    Humor
    Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
    Period
    Post Modernism
    Themes
    Society: Class
    Identity: Mental Health
    Values/Ideas: Equality
    Topics
    History: World