Ginsberg, Allen
The Job: Interviews with William S. Burroughs (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141189857
- author:
- Ginsberg, Allen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 12.8 x 1.4 x 19.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Literature & literary studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William S. Burroughs' work was marked by an assault upon language and traditional values, as seen in this collection of interviews and writings. Produced at a time when he was at his most extreme, the book offers a glimpse into his abrasive and incisive worldview, covering topics such as the Beat movement, the cut-up technique, Scientology, capital punishment, and the nature of violence. In these pages, Burroughs shares his insights on a range of subjects, from the importance of artistic expression to the dangers of unchecked power. His unique perspective, shaped by his experiences with drugs and his interest in the paranormal, provides a fascinating look at one of the most influential writers of his generation. This book is a valuable collection of Burroughs' thoughts and ideas, offering a unique insight into the mind of a literary icon.