Birthdate: February 5, 1914
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Died: August 2, 1997
William S. Burroughs II was a renowned American writer and visual artist known for his significant contributions to the Beat Generation and postmodern literature. He wrote numerous novels, short stories, essays, and correspondences and collaborated with various performers and musicians. Burroughs gained acclaim for his groundbreaking novel “Junkie” and his controversial work “Naked Lunch.” He popularized the cut-up literary technique and delved into mystical and magical themes in his writing. Burroughs was celebrated for his satirical and subversive style, receiving praise from literary figures such as Jack Kerouac and Norman Mailer.
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