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“Like all pure creatures, cats are practical.”

Quote by William S. Burroughs

Book:Word Virus: The William S. Burroughs Reader

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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

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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

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“Like the Arthurian years at Camelot, the Sixties constituted a breakthrough, a fleeting moment of glory, a time when a significant little chunk of humanity briefly realised its moral potential and flirted with its neurological destiny, a collective spiritual awakening that flared brilliantly until the barbaric and mediocre impulses of the species drew tight once more the curtains of darkness.”

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“I love arguing with you, Claire. You always surprise me. And occasionally, you even make sense.”

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“My relationship with cats has saved me from a deadly and pervasive ignorance.”

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