Galapagos

“Galapagos” by Kurt Vonnegut

My rating: 5/5

Kurt Vonnegut is often hilarious, and he is often absolutely on point with his observations and propositions. Galapagos is further proof of his incredible humour and keen eye for the truth (and nonsense) of people and life in general. A surreal context surrounds this commentary on the human race, due to it being told from the point of view of a ghost that has been observing us and roaming the earth for a million years. I’m not generally a fan of the concept of ghosts, but the absurd synopsis of this story contains a brilliant fractured narrative, filled with excellently formed (and hugely believable) characters that allow for sometimes beautiful, often cynical, and entirely hilarious perceptions on life as we know it. If you’ve ever considered how pointless the majority of conversation is, how our big brains never cease to find ways to destroy our planet, or how wonderful and poignant the littlest things can be, then this book will snuggle up nicely with your mind. Absolutely fantastic

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