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Drugs and the 'Beats'
The Role of Drugs in the Lives and Writings of Kerouac, Burroughs and Ginsberg
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Exploring the profound connection between drugs and creativity, this book delves into the lives and works of iconic Beat writers Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and William S. Burroughs. It examines the diverse substances they consumed, such as heroin, LSD, and alcohol, and their significant impact on their lifestyles and literary output. The author presents an intriguing analysis of how these drugs influenced the Beat movement, showcasing the unique intensity with which these writers engaged with various substances in their artistic endeavors.
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Drugs and the 'Beats', John A. Long
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- 2005
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- Title
- Drugs and the 'Beats'
- Subtitle
- The Role of Drugs in the Lives and Writings of Kerouac, Burroughs and Ginsberg
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John A. Long
- Publisher
- Virtualbookworm.com Publishing
- Released
- 2005
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 272
- ISBN13
- 9781589397835
- Category
- About Literature
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- Exploring the profound connection between drugs and creativity, this book delves into the lives and works of iconic Beat writers Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and William S. Burroughs. It examines the diverse substances they consumed, such as heroin, LSD, and alcohol, and their significant impact on their lifestyles and literary output. The author presents an intriguing analysis of how these drugs influenced the Beat movement, showcasing the unique intensity with which these writers engaged with various substances in their artistic endeavors.