Barry Miles
William S. Burroughs: A Life
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780221205
- author:
- Barry Miles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W&N
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 752
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 5.9 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Novelists, Poets & Playwrights,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William S. Burroughs: A Life is an authoritative biography that sheds new light on the life and work of cult writer William Burroughs. Since his writing career began, Burroughs has taken immense risks in his writing, developed radical political ideas, and explored a wide range of media. This extensive research-based biography paints a nuanced portrait of Burroughs, revealing how he was perceived by those around him and the influences on his writing. From his relationships with family members to his experiences traveling across America and Europe, Burroughs' life is shown to be complex and multifaceted. Through this biography, readers gain insight into the man behind the iconic works such as Naked Lunch, and discover a writer who was both innovative and deeply personal.
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