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moviegoer's review
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
leaosinho's review
4.0
What a harsh story.
I read this for my high level english class and i just say it definitely left a sinking feeling in my gut, it is so well written and although shorts resonates in such a powerful way. I really do encourage others to read it as well.
I read this for my high level english class and i just say it definitely left a sinking feeling in my gut, it is so well written and although shorts resonates in such a powerful way. I really do encourage others to read it as well.
mariafernandagama's review against another edition
4.0
utopia, anywhere and anytime, usually means dystopia, but for other people.
mrsmobarak's review against another edition
For such a short, quick read—including very few details—Vonnegut crafts a deeply stirring and thought-provoking short story about life and death.
Thoughts while reading:
—When death/aging was eradicated, how was the population brought down to 40 million? Were folks given a choice to volunteer, or was the choice made for some without their input?
—If people could essentially live forever, why not do exactly that with a group of friends/family? (Living forever sucks if you're the only one, as friends/family pass on)
—If the aging process has been stopped and the ~200-year-old man looks to be about 35 ("old"), how do babies grow and age?
—Why did the women working in the gas chambers grow mustaches?
—How long would I choose to live, and what would be the deciding factor?
Notes:
1870: U.S. population is ~38 million
1968 (publishing year): ~200 million
2000: ~282 million
Thoughts while reading:
—When death/aging was eradicated, how was the population brought down to 40 million? Were folks given a choice to volunteer, or was the choice made for some without their input?
—If people could essentially live forever, why not do exactly that with a group of friends/family? (Living forever sucks if you're the only one, as friends/family pass on)
—If the aging process has been stopped and the ~200-year-old man looks to be about 35 ("old"), how do babies grow and age?
—Why did the women working in the gas chambers grow mustaches?
—How long would I choose to live, and what would be the deciding factor?
Notes:
1870: U.S. population is ~38 million
1968 (publishing year): ~200 million
2000: ~282 million
thisfishlikestoread's review against another edition
4.0
Delightful read! All right the premise isn't exactly cheerful but it is certainly thought-provoking.
What happens of we over populate the planet, how can we deal with this. Instead of tackling this in a boring essay Vonnegut has turned it to a short story.
You can finish this standing in a long cue, its that short and engaging.
I look forward to his other works, yes I am ashamed I haven't read them.
What happens of we over populate the planet, how can we deal with this. Instead of tackling this in a boring essay Vonnegut has turned it to a short story.
You can finish this standing in a long cue, its that short and engaging.
I look forward to his other works, yes I am ashamed I haven't read them.
dreacut's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence, Suicide, and Death
jen_j05's review against another edition
4.0
dark and interesting. very short read, enjoyed this one a lot