We'll spend ten weeks exploring the life and works of Kurt Vonnegut (1922-2007) — one of postwar America's most unique literary talents — from his early years writing for sci-fi and popular magazine audiences through his postmodern masterpieces, to a late career marked by hybrid humanistic forms. Our readings will include classic novels (Slaughterhouse-Five, Mother Night, God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater, Cat's Cradle) along with lesser-known treasures (Jailbird, Galapagos, Deadeye Dick).
Most of the information you'll need for this course is contained in the toolbar to the right, including our reading schedule, book list, class policies and some useful information on postmodern literature, constructing effective arguments and a crash course in MLA style. You'll also want to join our Facebook group as soon as possible — announcements and supplemental materials will be shared through there as well, and it will hopefully be a nexus of fruitful discourse outside of class.
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