Player Piano
Player Piano is a dystopian work by Kurt Vonnegut, published in 1952. The Dystopia Index files it under dystopian social satire, tracing documented themes of AI and automation and rebellion. This entry links the book to its subgenres, themes, related titles, and where to read or borrow it.
| Author | Kurt Vonnegut |
|---|---|
| First published | 1952 |
| ISBN-13 | 9780307568083 |
| Source | Wikipedia · Wikidata · Open Library |
About this entry
Player Piano is a 1950s dystopia by Kurt Vonnegut. It is first published in United States and originally written in English. Within this directory it sits among dystopian social satire, surfacing AI and automation and rebellion. Library catalogues index it under subjects including fiction, classic literature, mystery, science fiction & fantasy, utopias, and computers. The edition on file runs about 353 pages, has been issued by Dial Press, and carries ISBN 9780307568083. See the linked Wikipedia entry for full plot detail and critical history; classifications here are editorial and marked unreviewed.
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Frequently asked
When was Player Piano published?
Player Piano was first published in 1952.
Who wrote Player Piano?
Player Piano was written by Kurt Vonnegut.
What kind of dystopia is Player Piano?
The Dystopia Index classifies it under Social satire, with themes of AI and automation, Rebellion. These are editorial classifications, not the publisher's.
What is the ISBN of Player Piano?
A catalogued edition of Player Piano carries ISBN-13 9780307568083.
