List of Books by Jack Kerouac

Jack Kerouac (1922-1969) was an American author and painter and the central figure of the Beat Generation of the 1950s. His most famous books include On the Road, The Dharma Bums, and Big Sur. Several of his novels have been adapted into popular films. In 1959 Kerouac released his long-form poem, Mexico City Blues, which is his most important work of poetry. Few authors can claim as large an influence on American culture as Jack Kerouac and his examinations of youth and rebellion.

All Books By Jack Kerouac

Jack Kerouac was one of the famous American authors to participate in The Beat Movement in the 1950's. The Beat Generation rejected conventional values like marriage and working full-time, seeking instead to obtain the touted American dream. Kerouac's most famous novel, On the Road, is based on his own travels with friends across America. Set shortly after The Second World War, this widely read book is about young people refusing to take part in conformity and instead indulging in a life fueled by music, drugs, and poetry. Written largely in prose-poetry, the book can be a challenging read for some, but it is a piece of art and certainly worth the effort. Jack Kerouac's other bestselling books include Big Sur, The Dharma Bums, and Desolation Peak.