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Exploring deep emotional struggles, the narrative captures Jack Kerouac's confrontation with alcoholism, addiction, and insecurity against the backdrop of a midlife crisis. Set in the serene yet tumultuous landscape of Big Sur, California, the author reflects on his experiences during a transformative stay in a cabin and time spent with friends. This intense period of self-examination leads to a profound religious experience, marking a significant evolution in Kerouac's literary journey. Critics have hailed it as a masterpiece of English literature.
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Big Sur, Jack Kerouac
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- Big Sur
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jack Kerouac
- Publisher
- Martino Fine Books
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 244
- ISBN13
- 9781684223169
- Series
- The Duluoz Legend
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Themes, Mystery & Thriller, Travel, Thriller, Classics, USA, American Literature, 20th century, Psychological Thrillers, Novellas, Seas and Oceans, Autobiographical Novels, California, Beaches, Beatniks
- First published
- 1962
- Original title
- Big Sur
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- Exploring deep emotional struggles, the narrative captures Jack Kerouac's confrontation with alcoholism, addiction, and insecurity against the backdrop of a midlife crisis. Set in the serene yet tumultuous landscape of Big Sur, California, the author reflects on his experiences during a transformative stay in a cabin and time spent with friends. This intense period of self-examination leads to a profound religious experience, marking a significant evolution in Kerouac's literary journey. Critics have hailed it as a masterpiece of English literature.