The Dharma Bums by Jack Kerouac
Kerouac's Best
One of the best and most popular of Kerouacs autobiographical n ovels,
The Dharma Bums is based on experiences the writer had during the mid-
1950s while living in California, after hed become interested in Buddhisms
spiritual mode of understanding. One of the books main characters, Japhy
Ryder, is based on the real poet Gary Snyder, who was a close friend and
whose interest in Buddhism influenced Kerouac. This book is a must-read
for any serious Kerouac fan.
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Kerouac may be best known for On The Road, but this is by far my favorite
of his books. Looking back, it has probably been the most influential book
on my life. The story is just so honest and original and beautiful, it
confirmed my desire to be a writer when I read it as a sophomore in high
school. But not just a writer. It made me want to live my life without
shackles, free like Kerouac's character Japhy (Gary Snyder), climbing
mountains and writing poetry. It captures the Boho 50's era like no other,
especially in the Bay Area. Finally, it inspired me to learn more about
Buddhism and eventually spend a year in a Buddhist monastery. I've never
met someone who has read The Dharma Bums and hasn't loved it. It's
one of the best books of the 20th century.
By Jaimal Yogis, author of Saltwater Buddha
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