| William Burroughs writes about how he got introduced to drug use. He describes his time in New York City selling morphine and then using it. The story takes the reader through his thoughts and through his journey done to Mexico. He went to Mexico to avoid the law because he shot his wife. In Mexico, he lives a junkie lifestyle and discusses the damage drugs can have on the body. He also participates in homosexual sex. | ||
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Plot & Themes Phys disability/mental struggle? Yes Struggle with - drugs Taboo Sex Story? Yes Kind of sex: - gay guy Subject of Biography Gender - Male Profession/status: Ethnicity - White Setting The Americas (not US): Yes The Americas: - Mexico City? Yes City: - New York Century: - 1930's-1950's Writing Style Graphic sex in book? Yes What kind of sex: - male homosexuality - main character serviced by prostitute If this is a kid's book: - Age 16-Adult Pictures/Illustrations? - None |
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