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Kurt Vonnegut, a luminary in the realm of literature, is celebrated for his unique blend of satire, dark humor, and profound philosophical insights. His works often explore themes of human nature, the absurdity of existence, and the complexities of society, making his quotes resonate deeply with readers across generations. The "Kurt Vonnegut" tag represents a journey into the mind of a writer who masterfully captured the paradoxes of life with wit and wisdom. People are drawn to quotes about Vonnegut because they encapsulate his ability to distill complex ideas into poignant, thought-provoking statements. His words challenge us to reflect on our own lives, question societal norms, and find meaning amidst chaos. Whether you're seeking a dose of existential contemplation or a clever observation on the human condition, Vonnegut's quotes offer a refreshing perspective that is both timeless and relevant. His legacy endures as a testament to the power of literature to provoke thought, inspire change, and connect us to the shared experience of being human.

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Deja ar nāvi ir mākslas pamatu pamats. Patiesība ir nāve. Es braši cīnījos ar viņu, cik vien spēju... es dejoju ar viņu, apviju viņu ar ziediem, griezu viņu valsī... rotāju viņu ar lentēm, kutināju viņu...
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Prettanku nodaļas ierindnieks būdams, viņš bija palīdzējis izšaut vienu svēta naida lādiņu no 57 mm prettanku granātmetēja. Šāviens gāja vaļā ar pamatīgu žvīkstoņu gluži kā visvarenā debesu dieva bikšu rāvslēdzis.
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Sem, šī grāmata ir tik īsa, tik saraustīta un tik nesakarīga tāpēc, ka par slaktiņiem neko īsti sakarīgu uzrakstīt nevar. Kad tie beigušies, visiem pieklājas būt mirušiem, neko vairs nesacīt, neko vairs nevēlēties.
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Quasi non ci sono personaggi, in questa storia, e quasi non ci sono confronti drammatici, perché la maggior parte degli individui che vi figurano sono mal ridotti, sono solo trastulli indifferenti in mano a forze immense. Uno dei principali effetti della guerra è, in fondo, che la gente è scoraggiata dal farsi personaggio.
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Billy Pilgrim: "You guys go on without me. I'll be alright."Slaughterhouse-FiveKurt Vonnegut
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Yes, and Eliza and I composed a precocious critique of the Constitution of the United Staes of America, too. We argued that it was a good scheme for misery as any, since its success in keeping the common people reasonably happy and proud depended on the strength of the people themselves-- and yet it described no practical machinery which would tend to make the people, as opposed to their elected representatives, strong.
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Can I tell you the truth? I mean this isn’t the TV news is it? Here's what I think the truth is: We are all addicts of fossil fuels in a state of denial. And like too many addicts about to face cold turkey, our leaders are now committing violent crimes to get what little is left of what we're hooked on.
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When you're dead you're dead.
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Standing among all those tiny, wavering lights, I felt as though I were God, up to my knees in the Milky Way.
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