“America is not so much a nightmare as a non-dream. The American non-dream is precisely a move to wipe the dream out of existence. The dream is a spontaneous happening and therefore dangerous to a control system set up by the non-dreamers.”
Quote by William S. Burroughs
Work
Word Virus: The William S. Burroughs Reader
This reader includes a selection of essays, interviews, and other works by William S. Burroughs, offering a deep dive into his literary contributions and philosophical musings. Burroughs' work is known for its experimental approach to language and its exploration of themes such as addiction, technology, and the human condition. more
Author
William S. Burroughs
William S. Burroughs was an American novelist known for his unique writing style and his significant influence on postmodern literature. His works often involve social criticism, political satire, and surrealistic elements. more
You May Also Like
“One does silly things when one is twelve.”
Source: The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Angel; Clockwork Prince; Clockwork Princess
“Unrequited love is a ridiculous state, and it makes those in it behave ridiculously.”
Source: The Infernal Devices: Clockwork Angel; Clockwork Prince; Clockwork Princess
“Beautiful girls should know how to defend themselves against the advances of gentlemen.”
“But you hate poetry! Yes, but you make me want to write it.”
“You had to know a person well to make them laugh like that.”
Source: Clockwork Prince