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“It no longer makes me cry and die and tear myself to see her go because everything goes away from me like that now — girls, visions, anything, just in the same way and forever and I accept lostness forever.”

Quote by Jack Kerouac

Book:Visions of Cody

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Visions of Cody

In 'Visions of Cody,' the narrative unfolds through the perspective of an aging cowboy, Cody, whose life is a tapestry of memories and experiences. Set against the backdrop of the American West, the novel delves into the profound themes of identity, memory, and the passage of time. The reader is taken on a journey through Cody's past, witnessing the evolution of his character and the impact of his life on those around him. more

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Jack Kerouac, born on March 12, 1922, in Lowell, Massachusetts, was an influential American novelist. Known for his autobiographical novels and beat literature, his most famous work is 'On the Road'. Kerouac's writings had a profound impact on American culture in the 1960s. more

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