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Satori in Paris

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From the renowned Beat writer, Kerouac's colorful and meandering search for his family history, now reissued following his centenary celebration

Satori in Paris is the semi-autobiographical tale of Jack Kerouac's trip to France in search of his heritage. Beginning in Paris and moving west to Brittany, Kerouac traces the paths of his ancestors and explores his own understanding of the Buddhism that came to define his beliefs. From his familiar milieu of strangers and all-night conversations in seedy bars, to a pivotal cab ride in which he experiences Buddhism's satori—a feeling of sudden understanding—Kerouac's affecting and revolutionary writing transports the reader. Published at the height of his fame and showcasing his mature talent, Satori in Paris is a lyrical, rollicking tale of philosophy, identity, and the power and strangeness of travel.


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Series: Kerouac, Jack Publisher: Grove Atlantic

Kindle Book

  • Release date: October 17, 2023

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9780802161390
  • Release date: October 17, 2023

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9780802161390
  • File size: 769 KB
  • Release date: October 17, 2023

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Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
EPUB ebook

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English

From the renowned Beat writer, Kerouac's colorful and meandering search for his family history, now reissued following his centenary celebration

Satori in Paris is the semi-autobiographical tale of Jack Kerouac's trip to France in search of his heritage. Beginning in Paris and moving west to Brittany, Kerouac traces the paths of his ancestors and explores his own understanding of the Buddhism that came to define his beliefs. From his familiar milieu of strangers and all-night conversations in seedy bars, to a pivotal cab ride in which he experiences Buddhism's satori—a feeling of sudden understanding—Kerouac's affecting and revolutionary writing transports the reader. Published at the height of his fame and showcasing his mature talent, Satori in Paris is a lyrical, rollicking tale of philosophy, identity, and the power and strangeness of travel.


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