Few novels have shown the horrors of war like Kurt Vonnegut's "Slaughterhouse-Five." With this new guide, you will have an even greater understanding of the book. Included in this guide: a biography of author Kurt Vonnegut, a look at the novel's context, its literary elements, detailed chapter summaries, analysis, and suggestions for essays. This is the definitive guide to "Slaughterhouse-Five," concise, easy to understand, and guaranteed to add to your enjoyment of this classic story.