From the back cover: "This is a compilation of written works invented by Kurt Vonnegut. Included is every reference to every publication in every novel ever written by Mr. Vonngut. Included are quotations from The Books of Bokonon. Included are the novels and short stories of Kilgore Trout. Included is Philip Castle's entire index entry for Mona Aamons Monzano. Included are the minor references to minor works by minor characters. Everything. Except those that weren't included." From the Introduction: "Can I thank Mr. Vonnegut enough for providing the inspiration and source material for this book, as well as for his incredibly satisfying life's work? I can only say: Mr. Vonnegut, I love you."