Jack Kerouac

Jack Kerouac (March 12, 1922 – October 21, 1969) was an American novelist, writer, poet, artist, and one of the most prominent members of the Beat Generation. While enjoying popular but little critical success during his own lifetime, Kerouac is now considered one of America's most important authors. Kerouac's spontaneous, confessional language style inspired other writers, including Tom Robbins, Richard Brautigan, Hunter S. Thompson, Ken Kesey, and Bob Dylan.

Influence

:Related article: List of cultural references to Jack Kerouac.

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Kerouac is considered by some as the "Father of the Beatniks" as well as the "Father of the Hippies".

Related Topics:
Beatniks - Hippies

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