Last night, I finished reading Galapagos by Kurt Vonnegut. It was my first time reading that book, but I've read several other Vonnegut books (my favorite being Slapstick). I absolutely love reading Vonnegut books. He has such an interesting writing style. I've started writing multiple novels. I have attempted to write like Vonnegut. I just CANNOT do it. When I attempt it, the finished product just sounds ridiculous and nonsensical. When Vonnegut does it, it's delicious.
I am insanely jealous. How did he do it? I mean, when someone asks me what I'm reading, I can only give them a title. How can you even begin to describe the awesomeness that is a Vonnegut novel? I mean, when you try to describe it, it sounds ridiculous. You can only give a VERY broad description. But when you read the novel, you can't put it down. You want there to be more. You can't look away. It's insanity, but it's beautiful.
Who else can do what he did? He was a master of satire. There are still a few books that he wrote that I have yet to read. I almost think that I am subconsciously holding off on reading them. He passed away in 2007, so there will be no more. And that is depressing. So, I want to hold on to each novel for as long as possible before moving on to the next. I'm savoring them.
Also, as I said before, I am mad jealous. When I finish a chapter, I think, why can't I do that?! So, as I read, the book is bittersweet. Sweet because it is perfection; bitter because of my envy and because there is a limited amount left for me to uncover.
If you have not had the pleasure of Mr. Vonnegut's company, please, do yourself a favor and check this out. It is a collection of short stories called Welcome to the Monkey House. Even if you only have a few minutes, you need to read at least one. And if you have to choose just one, I recommend Harrison Bergeron.
Oh, and one last thing... If you know of any authors similar to Vonnegut, please let me know. :D
"What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured."
-- Kurt Vonnegut
I am insanely jealous. How did he do it? I mean, when someone asks me what I'm reading, I can only give them a title. How can you even begin to describe the awesomeness that is a Vonnegut novel? I mean, when you try to describe it, it sounds ridiculous. You can only give a VERY broad description. But when you read the novel, you can't put it down. You want there to be more. You can't look away. It's insanity, but it's beautiful.
Who else can do what he did? He was a master of satire. There are still a few books that he wrote that I have yet to read. I almost think that I am subconsciously holding off on reading them. He passed away in 2007, so there will be no more. And that is depressing. So, I want to hold on to each novel for as long as possible before moving on to the next. I'm savoring them.
Also, as I said before, I am mad jealous. When I finish a chapter, I think, why can't I do that?! So, as I read, the book is bittersweet. Sweet because it is perfection; bitter because of my envy and because there is a limited amount left for me to uncover.
If you have not had the pleasure of Mr. Vonnegut's company, please, do yourself a favor and check this out. It is a collection of short stories called Welcome to the Monkey House. Even if you only have a few minutes, you need to read at least one. And if you have to choose just one, I recommend Harrison Bergeron.
Oh, and one last thing... If you know of any authors similar to Vonnegut, please let me know. :D
"What should young people do with their lives today? Many things, obviously. But the most daring thing is to create stable communities in which the terrible disease of loneliness can be cured."
-- Kurt Vonnegut
2 comments:
Wow, you've been working on writing novels? That's awesome! I've got two that I've started and don't know what to do next. Although neither of mine are to the same style you are probably looking to write, I know how you feel.
I think I'll go read that suggestion Harrison Bergeron.
haha... yeah. I have two that I'm semi-serious about. I've started multiple others that are mostly just ideas that aren't going anywhere fast. I get writer's block on one, so then I just start another. I really need to buckle down and really work on one more seriously. Otherwise I'm never going to finish any of them.
What are you writing about?
Let me know what you think of Harrison Bergeron.
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