William S. Burroughs at the Front: Critical Reception, 1959 - 1989

by Jennie Skerl, Robin Lydenberg, William S. Burroughs

Book Overview

Jennie Skerl and Robin Lydenberg have selected twenty-five critical essays on Burroughs that reflect the historical reception of his work, both positive and negative, decade by decade, and that represent the best essays written about him.

The essays cover Burroughs' major novels--including the cut-up and new trilogies--the censorship issue, and his work in film and painting. The chronological organization brings into critical focus the shift...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809315866
• ISBN13: 9780809315864
• Release Date: February 1991
• Publisher: Southern Illinois University Press
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.3"