Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut
The novel explores the complex moral landscape of identity and deception through the story of Howard W. Campbell Jr., an American playwright who becomes a Nazi propagandist during World War II. Living in post-war New York, Campbell grapples with his past actions and the duality of his existence as both a war criminal and a covert American agent. The narrative delves into themes of guilt, complicity, and the nature of evil, questioning the boundaries between good and evil and the roles individuals play in shaping history. Through dark humor and poignant reflections, the story examines the consequences of living a life defined by lies and the search for redemption.
The 15662nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1961
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 190-200
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Matka Noc
- Äiti Yö
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