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The Kugelmass Episode

Woody Allen
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The Kugelmass Episode

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1977

Book Brief

Woody Allen

The Kugelmass Episode

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1977
Book Details
Pages

12

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1977

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.8

323 ratings

68%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Reviews of Woody Allen's The Kugelmass Episode highlight the story's wit and humor, praising its clever satire and imaginative plot. Critics appreciate its exploration of fantasy versus reality. However, some note inconsistent pacing and predictability as drawbacks. Despite minor flaws, it remains an engaging, humorous short story that captivates readers with its inventive narrative.

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Who Should Read The Kugelmass Episode?

Readers who enjoy sharp, witty satire and absurdist humor, akin to works like Candy by Terry Southern or Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut, will delight in Woody Allen's The Kugelmass Episode. This story appeals to those who appreciate literary parodies and reflections on mid-life crises.

3.8

323 ratings

68%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

12

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1977

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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