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From a discussion of the problem of communicating with non-human beings and a review of popular fantastic films to an examination of stage portrayals of Dr. Frankenstein's monster, the essays included reflect and reinfoce the international appeal of the fantastic.

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Presenting a clear, well-argued view of Vonnegut's work within the context of American literature and history, this study discusses all of Vonnegut's novels against the background of his other writing, events of the 20th century and the vast array of Vonnegut scholarship.