Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

...Skyscraper National Park

...Skyscraper National Park

Summary

The quote "Skyscraper National Park" is a play on words that satirizes the dominance of skyscrapers in urban landscapes. Instead of celebrating natural wonders, it reimagines a park solely dedicated to these towering structures. This sarcastic comment may criticize the prioritization of commerce and development over preserving nature. It brings attention to the irony of our obsession with concrete and glass symbols of progress, while neglecting the preservation of truly valuable natural environments.

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New York City

By Kurt Vonnegut

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