In the book's preface, Vonnegut called Breakfast of Champions an attempt to "clear his head of all the junk in there." He wasn't kidding. Breakfast is a melange of narrative, sketches, and character sketches - and Andrew totally dug it.
This week we discuss current events (specifically royal babies), Vonnegut's voice, and the benefits of self-insertion.
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07/23/13 • 45 min
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