Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Reading a novel, War and Peace for example, is no Catnap. Because a novel is so long, reading one is like being married forever to somebody nobody knows or cares about.

Reading a novel, War and Peace for example, is no Catnap. Be

Summary

This quote highlights the arduous and challenging nature of reading a lengthy novel. It suggests that reading a novel such as "War and Peace" is not an easy task and requires significant time and effort. The comparison of reading to being married to someone unfamiliar and disinterested emphasizes the daunting commitment of immersing oneself in a lengthy narrative that may not necessarily resonate with the reader. Overall, the quote conveys the idea that reading a long novel can be a tedious and solitary experience.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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