Understanding William S. Burroughs

A comprehensive examination of the postmodern writer's groundbreaking depictions of historically marginalized communities

Through critical readings Gerald Alva Miller, Jr., examines the life of William S. Burroughs and the evolution of his various radical styles not just in writing but also in audio, film, and painting. Although Burroughs remains tied to the Beat Generation, his works prove more revolutionary. Miller argues that Burroughs, more than any other author, ushered in the era of bo...