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Word Virus: The William S. Burroughs Reader gathers selections from Burroughs’ most significant and challenging writings, beginning with early pieces and a chapter from the collaborative novel with Jack Kerouac, and moving through his later work such as My Education: A Book of Dreams. The collection highlights central themes of his oeuvre and includes his famously grim‑humorous “routines,” offering a useful resource for scholars and a comprehensive overview for general readers.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: William S. Burroughs
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