Essential Bukowski: Poetry
(Author) Charles Bukowski'The best poet in America' Jean Genet 'He brought everybody down to earth, even the angels' Leonard Cohen The definitive collection from a writer whose transgressive legacy and raw, funny, acutely observant writing has left an enduring mark Here is Bukowski eating walnuts and scratching his back, rolling a cigarette while listening to Brahms, showering with Linda in the mid-afternoon. Here is Bukowski knowing that the secret is beyond him, that people who never go crazy live truly horrible lives, that there's a bluebird in his heart that wants to get out. Here is Bukowski at his most hilarious and heart-breaking, his most raw and profound; here is Bukowski at his best.
Charles Bukowski
Charles Bukowski (1920-1994) was a prolific American writer known for his raw and gritty portrayal of urban life. His most notable works include "Post Office," "Factotum," and "Women." Bukowski's literary style is characterized by its unflinching honesty, dark humor, and exploration of the human condition. He often wrote about his own experiences with alcoholism, poverty, and relationships, creating a distinctive voice in contemporary literature.
Bukowski's contributions to literature include pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable subject matter in writing, as well as his ability to capture the struggles and triumphs of everyday life. His impact on the literary genre of "dirty realism" and his influence on writers such as Raymond Carver and Jim Thompson are widely recognized.
One of Bukowski's most famous works is the semi-autobiographical novel "Post Office," which follows the misadventures of a disillusioned postal worker named Henry Chinaski. The novel showcases Bukowski's unique blend of cynicism and humor, solidifying his reputation as a literary iconoclast.
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