Kurt Vonnegut's Palaces of Wealth is a vivid and witty work that immerses the reader in a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy are blurred, and irony and sarcasm become keys to understanding human nature. Vonnegut, master of satire and social commentary, creates in this novel a unique atmosphere that simultaneously evokes a smile and makes you think about the values of modern society. Palaces of Wealth isn’t just a story, it’s a mirror that reflects our dreams of wealth, status, and success. The author masterfully explores the theme of human ambitions, illusions and the thirst for recognition, showing how these aspirations can turn a person into a hostage of their own illusions. In the center of the story are characters whose lives are intertwined in a world where wealth and luxury seem to be the only true values. Vonnegut uses his signature style ironic, sometimes grotesque, but always insightful to uncover the hidden mechanisms of the consumer society and social pressure. This book will especially appeal to those who are interested in modern social problems, satire and human psychology. It will be of interest to readers aged 16 and older who appreciate deep meaning, wit and unusual storytelling. Lovers of works in the spirit of Jerome K . Jerome, Orwell or Borut, will find in the "Palaces richer" a bright combination of irony and philosophy, and fans of classical satire and critics of modernity will definitely appreciate the subtle irony of Vonnegut. Kurt Vonnegut is the author of famous works such as “Slaughterhouse number five” and “Catastrophe”, his style is distinguished by a combination of satire, science fiction and philosophical reflections. In Palaces of Wealth, he continues to develop his themes - criticism of society, the study of human nature and the search for the meaning of life in a world full of illusions. His wit and ability to turn even the most serious topics into fascinating reading make each page of the book special. What makes "Palaces richer" especially worthy of attention is the author's ability to raise issues that are relevant today. Why are people so eager for wealth? What is behind the facade of luxury and success? How do social expectations shape our dreams and fears? Vonnegut uses vivid images and metaphors to reveal these topics, inviting the reader to think about their own values and views on life. This novel is not only about wealth and luxury, it is about people, their dreams and disappointments, about how society shapes our ideas of happiness and success. Vonnegut's style is a mixture of irony, satire and philosophical reflection, which makes you smile, but at the same time think. His language is full of metaphors and allusions, which makes reading not only fascinating, but also intellectually rich. If you are looking for a book that combines sharp social criticism, deep psychologism and vivid literary skill, Kurt Vonnegut's Palaces of Wealth will be an excellent choice. This is a work that will not leave indifferent anyone who is interested in the issues of human nature, modern society and the search for meaning in a world full of illusions. Vonnegut again shows that even in the brightest palaces there can be a void, and true wealth is not material values, but an understanding of oneself and the surrounding world.