Description
Jack Kerouac's 'Big Sur' plunges readers into the raw, often harrowing, landscape of the author's own mind as he grapples with fame, disillusionment, and the destructive grip of alcohol. Set against the breathtaking, yet isolating, backdrop of the California coast, this novel offers a profound and unflinching look at the ravages of delirium tremens and the struggle for artistic and personal survival. Through Kerouac's signature spontaneous prose, the narrative explores themes of spiritual seeking, the search for authentic connection, and the profound beauty found even in the depths of despair. This powerful work stands as a testament to Kerouac's unique ability to synthesize personal suffering with poetic insight, capturing the complex inner life of a literary icon.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 1992
241 pages
ISBN: 9780140168129
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2018
192 pages
ISBN: 9780241348086
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Details
First Published
1962
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Big Sur by Jack Kerouac.