Jack Kerouac: The Road Is Life

by Richard Worth

Explores the author's life, the dramatic change in his life brought about by the publication of his novel On the road, and the enduring legacy he left behind.

160 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Richard Worth, who specializes in warship design, is the author of several books, including Fleets of World War II. He lives in Bolivar, MO.

Reviews

[Connie G · Rating 4 out of 5]

This interesting biography of Jack Kerouac also gives a lot of information about other important literary figures of the Beat Generation--Neal Cassady, John Clellon Holmes, Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, and Gary Snyder. Kerouad's most famous work is On the Road, based partly on his travels with Neal Cassady. Kerouac's rebellious lifestyle was an alternative to the values of the older generation. The influence of the Beats continued into the 1960s when they were an inspiration to the hippie movement. This YA book gives a good quick overview of Kerouac's life and the Beats.

[GK Stritch · Rating 4 out of 5]

for young readers