Description

Jack Duluoz, a young French-Canadian boy, navigates the mysteries and terrors of an intensely felt adolescence in the gritty factory town of Lowell, Massachusetts. As he grapples with his burgeoning identity, he encounters the enigmatic figure of Doctor Sax, a spectral protector who embodies both the wildness of nature and the shadows of his own imagination. This coming-of-age tale delves into themes of memory, spirituality, and the search for meaning amidst the mundane realities of working-class life. Kerouac's signature prose captures the raw energy and dreamlike quality of youth, creating a powerful portrait of a boy on the cusp of self-discovery.

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paperback

Editorial Periferica

Published Oct 1, 2012

242 pages

ISBN: 9788493948993

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Details

First Published

1959

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Doctor Sax by Jack Kerouac.

Death/Grief
War/Trauma