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Player Piano

Pages
352
Published
1952
Language
English

Synopsis

In a future where machines and a central computer have taken over, engineer Paul Proteus finds himself questioning his place. His rebellion against this automated world is a hallmark of Vonnegut's style, blending sharp humor with serious, unsettling observations about our relationship with technology.

About the author

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Kurt Vonnegut

Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. was an American novelist who wrote works blending satire, black comedy, and science fiction, such as [Slaughterhouse-Five (1969)][1], [Cat's Cradle (1963)][2], and [Breakfast of Champions (1973)][3]. He was known for his humanist beliefs as well as being honorary president of the American Humanist Association. He is widely considered one of the most influential American writers of the 20th century. [1]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL98474W/Slaughterhouse-Five...

Characters

Paul ProteusProtagonist
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