The Eden Express by Mark VonnegutMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
One of my favorite biographies; an era, a family, a unique life!
The book charted Mark's descent into schizophrenia. He was twice committed by his father. During this time of his breakdowns he was living in a hippie commune he helped found. While it is not the total point of the book, Mark does see some benefit in his internment in returning him to sanity. He even goes through a few paragraphs attacking some negative misconceptions on shock therapy, which he apparently views indifferently.
Just prior to each breakdown in the book, Mark was trying to reach out to people. His girlfriend was gone, his father to successful to be reached...
This really puts a different spin on Kurt Vonnegut, Jr. and makes him one of the many artists where I separate my love for the art from any appreciation for the man!
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