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Jack Kerouac
ISBN 9780141198262
Rs. 798
Penguin Books
Desolation Angels
Who it's for: Readers interested in Kerouac and Beat Generation literature
"Desolation Angels" by Jack Kerouac chronicles a significant period in the author's life, preceding the publication of "On the Road." Through his alter ego, Jack Duluoz, Kerouac documents a sprawling journey across continents, joined by figures inspired by Beat Generation contemporaries like Allen Ginsberg, Gregory Corso, and William Burroughs. The narrative explores their travels from California to Mexico, and across Europe to Tangiers, encompassing their artistic endeavors, social life, and spiritual reflections.Why You Should Read? Offers insight into Kerouac's life and the Beat Generation before "On the Road." Explores themes of travel, spirituality, and artistic exploration. Features thinly-veiled portrayals of prominent Beat figures. Presents a personal account of a transformative period in American literature.
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- Chronicles a period before 'On the Road'
- Features thinly-veiled portrayals of Beat contemporaries
- Covers travels from California to Mexico, Europe, and Tangiers
- Explores artistic endeavors and spiritual reflections
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It chronicles a period in Kerouac's life before 'On the Road,' following his alter ego Jack Duluoz on travels across continents with Beat figures, exploring art and spirituality.
Who are the characters based on?
Figures inspired by Beat Generation contemporaries like Allen Ginsberg, Gregory Corso, and William Burroughs appear in the narrative.
Where does the journey take place?
The travels span from California to Mexico, and across Europe to Tangiers.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores themes of travel, spirituality, and artistic exploration.