Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

Listen: Billy Pilgrim has come unstuck in time.

Listen: Billy Pilgrim has come unstuck in time.

Summary

This quote is from the novel "Slaughterhouse-Five" by Kurt Vonnegut. It serves as a concise introduction to the central character's unusual predicament. Billy Pilgrim, the protagonist, is depicted as being detached from the conventional flow of time. He experiences moments from his past, present, and future in a disjointed, non-linear manner. This quote invites the readers to delve into the narrative with an understanding that Billy's perception of time is disorienting and extraordinary, setting the stage for the exploration of themes such as trauma, fate, and the impact of war on individuals.

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By Kurt Vonnegut

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