The Place of Dead Roads

The Place of Dead Roads is the second novel in William S. Burroughs' Red Night trilogy. This book introduces Kim Carsons, an outlaw gunslinger who defies conventional time, moving between the 19th and 20th centuries. Burroughs constructs a narrative where history, fantasy, and hallucination merge to explore themes of rebellion and radical freedom.Why You Should Read? Explore a unique blend of Western, science fiction, and experimental literature. Experience Burroughs’ distinct cut-up narrative style and its hallucinatory effect. Delve into themes of revolution, sexuality, and the nature of power and control. Engage with a pivotal work within Burroughs' influential Red Night trilogy.