Hokus Pokus by Kurt Vonnegut
In a satirical exploration of chaos and absurdity, the narrative follows Eugene Debs Hartke, a Vietnam War veteran and former college professor, as he navigates a dystopian America plagued by social upheaval and environmental collapse. Through a series of fragmented memories and reflections, Hartke recounts his experiences in a world where prisons overflow, the education system crumbles, and the line between sanity and madness blurs. The story delves into themes of fate, free will, and the human capacity for destruction, all while maintaining a darkly humorous tone that critiques the absurdities of modern society.
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- Published
- 1990
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 302-320
- Original Language
- English
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