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Timequake by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. is a unique blend of fiction and autobiography, where Vonnegut himself becomes a central character in the narrative. The book revolves around the concept of a timequake, where the universe resets every ten years, causing people to relive a specific period. Through a mix of short stories, philosophical reflections, and interactions with his alter ego Kilgore Trout, Vonnegut explores themes of free will, aging, and the human experience. The writing style is characterized by short, pragmatic paragraphs that touch upon deep undertones while maintaining a humorous and poignant tone.
Ernest Hemingway in 1952 published in Life magazine a long short story called The Old Man and the Sea. It was about a Cuban fisherman who hadn't caught anything for eighty-four days. The Cuban hooked ...
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