“I began to get a feeling (...) of being the only sane man in a nut house. It doesn't make you feel superior but depressed and scared, because there is nobody you can contact.”
Quote by William S. Burroughs
Work
And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks
This novel is a collection of short stories that delve into surreal and existential themes, presenting readers with a series of fantastical and often unsettling scenarios. The author employs a unique narrative style that challenges conventional storytelling, inviting readers to ponder the nature of reality 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
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