Cat’s Cradle Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

📚 Book

In the next meeting of Cologne book club, we will be discussing Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Cat’s Cradle is a satirical science fiction novel that explores humanity’s relationship with science, religion, and the search for meaning. Told with Vonnegut’s signature wit and dark humour, the novel follows a loosely connected chain of events that gradually reveal how seemingly small ideas and inventions can have world-altering consequences.

Central to the novel are themes of technological responsibility, the absurdity of human belief systems, and the tension between knowledge and wisdom. Vonnegut invents concepts such as a fictional religion and a dangerous scientific discovery to examine how people construct meaning in a chaotic and often irrational world. His minimalist style and ironic tone make the novel both accessible and deeply unsettling.

Cat’s Cradle is a sharp, thought-provoking, and often hilarious read that challenges readers to reflect on truth, faith, and the ethical limits of scientific progress. Vonnegut’s blend of humour and pessimism makes this novel a classic of modern literature and a rich starting point for discussion.

More information about Cat’s Cradle by Kurt Vonnegut Jr:
🔗 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52692609-cat-s-cradle

❓How is the next book chosen?
At the end of each session, everyone attending gets the chance to recommend a book. Then, we take a vote, and the book with the most votes will be chosen. If you are attending the meet up, you will be able to decide on the next book.

📍 Venue
We will meet at Kulturraum 405, a wonderful space that provides a cozy and inspiring environment for our book club gatherings. As a small community initiative, they kindly request a voluntary donation of approximately €3 per person to support their ongoing efforts in maintaining the location and ensuring consistent meet ups for us.
For more information check out https://kulturraum405.de

Organiser
Participation for this event is free of charge.
🕦 We will start at 11:30. Please arrive a bit earlier to settle in comfortably.
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