Entries Tagged as 'kurt vonnegut'

Fox News and a shred of human decency

As in, it doesn’t have one:


This came the day after Kurt Vonnegut died. I actually feel a little ill.

Kurt Vonnegut RIP

I meant to post on the passing of Kurt Vonnegut before now but didn’t have a moment. I only quoted him a few weeks ago, and I have that quote on the wall beside the computer screen where I see it every day. I think it captures something of the essence of his work- pessimism peppered with hope.

The above clip (apologies for the quality) is an absolute gem.

As has been much quoted the last week:

So it goes.

Thought for the Day…

What is the purpose of life?

To be
the eyes
and ears
and conscience
of the Creator of the Universe,
you fool.

Kurt Vonnegut, Breakfast of Champions