Kurt Vonnegut for a teenager?

Question

Im 14, and I read alot of "big" books and I feel like a blind person who can see when I looked into Kurt Vonnegut. Ive listened and read alot of his interviews and think Id like his books. Where should I start?

Answer 1

I would start with some of his earlier books to see if you even like him.

Good Night Mr Rosewater or Slaughterhouse Five

Answer 2

Slaughterhouse Five is definitely the place to start--it is probably his best book. Welcome to the Monkey House is a good collection of short stories. I would go to Cat's Cradle after that.

I was about 14 when I started with Vonnegut, too. You're in for a treat. You might also check out his student, admirer, and friend John Irving.

Answer 3

When I was in college, I discovered Vonnegut, and read all of his books. I liked all of them, and I don't think it matters which order you read them in. Just dive into it. But I would suggest you read Slaughterhouse 5 soon. It was an important book about the horrors of the fire-bombing of Dresden during World War 2, an experience which Vonnegut survived. I don't think you will ever forget it.

Answer 4

What helps me when delving in to an unknown, but potentially interesting author is, I will check out their short story collection, if they have one.......Vonnegut does, It's called 'Welcome to the Monkey House'
I feel by reading the authors short pieces you get a good feel of what they are about, and if you enjoy his shorts, well, his novels will blow you away!

Answer 5

Start anywhere, you'll love it. While your at it try reading Terry Pratchett's Disc World series. Start with The Color of Magic and go anywhere from there.

Answer 6

I really liked Galapagos. It was awesome. Keep reading!

Answer 7

"Breakfast of Champions"