Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
The book explores one of Vonnegut's favorite recurring themes, which is his belief in our need to belong extended families and how they would be an adequate, larger and more useful substitute for biological ones.
The most endearing section of the novel, in my opinion, lies in its introduction, where Vonnegut candidly describes his beloved sister's death, which took place shortly after she had learnt of a train accident where her husband and children had been killed.
As for the novel's plot, it follows the relationship of a boy and his sister who grow up together in isolation from the outside world because of their unsightliness. The boy turns out to be seen as more presentable and is separated from his sister, who grows to resent him for his seemingly desertion. Through some twists and turns they successively reunite and separate and after a major catastrophe, the boy becomes president of the United States, his campaign being centered on the formation of extended families on a grand scale.
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SLAPSTICK
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Not Issued
- Edition
- First Edition
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- ISBN 10
- 0385289448
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- 1
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Fernandina Beach, Florida, USA
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A$777.05
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NY: Delacorte, 1976. First edition, first prnt. Limited issue of 250 numbered copies signed by Vonnegut on the limitation page. Copy #102. Blue full-cloth. All edges gilt. Issued without dustjacket. Slipcase with foil label. Slipcase with faint toning on two edges, minimal rubbing on label; the book is an unread copy in Fine condition. Perhaps the least commonly available of… Read more about this item Item Price
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Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Edition
- First Delacorte Printing
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- ISBN 10
- 0440080460
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- 1
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Campbell River, British Columbia, CAN
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A$69.86
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New York: Delacorte Press, 1976. A beautiful copy of this wacky sci-fi tale. Interiors are unmarked; clipped dustcover is mylar protected. A beautiful copy aka Lonesome No More! Previously privately printed.. First Delacorte Printing. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. Illus. by Paul Bacon - Cover Art. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Item Price
A$69.86
Slapstick
by Kurt Vonnegut
- Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good+
- Edition
- First Edition
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- ISBN 10
- 0440080460
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- 1
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Hamilton, Ontario, CAN
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A$582.77
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Delacorte Press, 1976. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good+. 8x5x1. Signed. We're happy to combine shipping to save you some money. We're also always buying collectible book collections. Contact us for details. We're happy to provide pictures of any and all books for you, please just ask! Signed American first edition, first printing. Signed… Read more about this item Item Price
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Slapstick
by Kurt Vonnegut
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- Used
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- limited
- Published
- 1976
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- 1
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Scotia, New York, USA
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A$45.07
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1976 Franklin Library limited edition.
Full leather binding with raised bands. Gilded text block edges. Silk moire endpapers. Reading ribbon.
Condition of the book is Fine. An unread copy.
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A$45.07
Slapstick: or, Lonesome no more! A Novel
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Good. Vertical front cover crease, top to bottom. Minor soiling to covers. Light spine creasing.
- Edition
- First edition. 1st Delta printing.
- Published
- 1977
- Binding
- Trade paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0440580099
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- 1
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Newport, New Hampshire, USA
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A$9.32
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New York.: Dell Publishing Co. / A Delta Book., 1977. First edition. 1st Delta printing.. Trade paperback. Good. Vertical front cover crease, top to bottom. Minor soiling to covers. Light spine creasing.. Hirschfeld cartoon © 1975, Laurel & Hardy, frontispiece.. 1 White stiff paper covers, w/ clown face art. 243 p. 22 cm. "Dedicated to the memory of… Read more about this item Item Price
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Slapstick
by Kurt Vonnegut
- Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Fair
- Published
- 1976
- ISBN 10
- 0440080460
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- 1
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Cheverie, Nova Scotia, CAN
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A$38.85
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A near fine hardcover in a fair dust jacket, no remainder marks and good tight bindings. Dust jacket has name written in pen across the front and front free end paper as well, small tear to back top of dust jacket. A nice second printing Item Price
A$38.85
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Acceptable
- Published
- 1992
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0440180090
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- 1
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Seattle, Washington, USA
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A$10.30
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Dell, 1992. Paperback. Acceptable. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. Item Price
A$10.30
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - CollectibleGood
- ISBN 10
- 0385289448
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- 1
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Wantage, New Jersey, USA
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A$38.85
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CollectibleGood. 1976 Delacorte Stated First Delacorte Printing, Hardcover copy is in good, solid condition, DJ has some wear, tearing, unmarked text, first blank page may have inscription, a good copy. We take great pride in accurately describing the condition of our books and media, ship within 48 hours, and offer a 100% money back guarantee. Customers purchasing more… Read more about this item Item Price
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Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Fine
- Edition
- 1st Edition 1st Printing
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Greenwood, South Carolina, USA
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A$101.02
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U.S.A.: Delacorte Press, 1976. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Fine cloth first printing of first American edition, gilt and red lettering on spine, gilt signature on cover, with Fine DJ in protective mylar cover. Signature of previous owner in upper corner of front end paper. No creases, tears,… Read more about this item Item Price
A$101.02
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Beverly Hills, California, USA
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A$1,942.62
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Pennsylvania: Franklin Library, 1976, 1976. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Published in Pennsylvania by The Franklin Library in 1976. Limited First Edition is stated on the copyright page. This is a Presentation Copy from Illustrator of Franklin Edition, advance state to illustrators parents and to Vonnegut with original water color inscribed. Book fine except for inscription to previous owners parents on… Read more about this item Item Price
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Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- No Dust Jacket
- Edition
- Book Club
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- ISBN 10
- 044008046x
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Vashon, Washington, USA
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A$11.50
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New York: Delacorte [1976], 1976. Book Club. Hardcover. Very Good/No Dust Jacket. 8vo - over 7 3/4" - 9 3/4" Tall. In blue cloth with gilt titling, 8vo [12]+243pp. Item Price
A$11.50
Slapstick: Or Lonesome No More
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- NEW
- Jacket Condition
- No Jacket/As Issued
- Published
- 1985
- Binding
- Hard Cover
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Bird in Hand, Pennsylvania, USA
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A$349.67
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Norwalk, Connecticut: Easton Press, 1985. Hard Cover. NEW/No Jacket/As Issued. Signed by Vonnegut. Brand new in shrinkwrap. Leather bound. Hubbed spine accented with 22 kt. gold. Item Price
A$349.67
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Slapstick : or Lonesome No More!
by Kurt Vonnegut
- Condition
- Used - Good
- Edition
- Reprint
- Published
- 1986
- Binding
- Medium Trade Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0586089020
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Traralgon, Victoria, AUS
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A$85.00
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Grafton, UK, 1986. Reprint. Medium Trade Paperback. Good. Medium Trade Paperback. 188 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Grafton, UK, 1986. Reprint. *** CONDITION: This book is in good condition. More specifically: Covers have light creasing. Edges of covers have superficial wear. Spine has minimal reading creases. . Pages are reasonably tanned. Light foxing on end pages.… Read more about this item Item Price
A$85.00
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt, Jr.
- Condition
- Used - Acceptable
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0385289448
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Seattle, Washington, USA
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A$9.76
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Delacorte Press, 1976. Paperback. Acceptable. Missing dust jacket; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. Item Price
A$9.76
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Good
- Published
- 1977
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0440580099
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Seller
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Seattle, Washington, USA
- Item Price
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A$13.96
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Delacorte Press, 1977. Paperback. Good. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed. Item Price
A$13.96
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Fine
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Published
- 1979
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Seller
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Manasquan, New Jersey, USA
- Item Price
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A$147.64
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New York: Delacorte Press/Seymour Lawrence, 1979. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. 8vo., 246pp. Sharp Stated First Printing. Square, tight and clean throughout with little or no wear save a touch of softness to spine ends but quite minor. Equally attractive unclipped dust-jacket, ($7.95), has some toning to edges. Still fresh and bright with no chipping, creases or tears. A… Read more about this item Item Price
A$147.64
Slapstick
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - fine
- Published
- 1997
- Binding
- Reissue
- ISBN 10
- 0440180090
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Westbury, Wiltshire, GBR
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A$7.74
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Dell Pub Co, 1997. Reissue. fine. Dell 1997 edition paperback fine condition In stock shipped from our UK warehouse Item Price
A$7.74
Slapstick: or Lonesome No More!
by Vonnegut, Kurt Jr.
- Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- None,As Issued
- Edition
- First Edition/First Printing
- Published
- 2005
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Lewisville, Texas, USA
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A$302.27
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Norwalk: Easton Press, 2005. Book. Fine. Full-Leather. Signed by Author(s). First Edition/First Printing. A square solid tight clean unread copy. Full dark brown leather binding, gold inlay, gold tipped text block, silk endpapers, sewn in silk marker, Certificate of Authenticity. Book and certificate signed by Vonnegut. THIS COPY IS IN MY POSSESSION AND NORMALLY SHIPS NEXT DAY. . Item Price
A$302.27
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Slapstick
by Kurt Vonnegut
- Condition
- Used
- Edition
- Second printing
- Published
- 1976
- ISBN 10
- 0440080460
- Quantity Available
- 1
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Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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A$31.08
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Delacorte Press, New York, 1976. Second printing hardcover in good condition with dust jacket. Dust jacket is in good condition with glossy, full color graphics. The edges of the dust jacket do show minor wear slight discoloration. The dust jacket is unclipped. The book is blue fabric with the authors name embossed in silver on the cover and the author,… Read more about this item Item Price
A$31.08
Slapstick; or Lonesome No More!
by Vonnegut, Kurt
- Condition
- Used - Very near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Edition
- First edition
- Published
- 1976
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Seller
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Madison, Wisconsin, USA
- Item Price
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A$34.19
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New York: Delacorte Press/Seymour Lawrence [1976], 1976. First edition. Hardcover. Very near Fine/Very Good. 8vo. [12], 243, [1] pp. Navy cloth with gold lettering on the front board and gold and red lettering on the spine; blue topstain. Red endpapers and pastedowns. Price of $7.95 on the front flap of the dust jacket. Illustrated with a few in-text… Read more about this item Item Price
A$34.19