Papers of CharlesBukowski, 1958-1980

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Papers of CharlesBukowski, 1958-1980

The bulk of the collection consists of magazines and anthologiesthat contain Bukowski's contributions; also includes books translated intoother languages. Correspondence varies from that of friends and fans, tobusiness correspondence with presses and magazines.

9.7 linear feet

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SNAC Resource ID: 6633911

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Bukowski, Charles

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Charles Bukowski (1920-1994) was born in Andernach, Germany and came to the U.S. when he was three. He grew up in Los Angeles and began writing as a child. He published his first story at age 24 and first poem at age 35. He spent much of his life drifting. Although Bukowski did not associate with "beat writers," his style attracts readers and followers of the beat generation. A prolific writer, much of his work is based on his own experience using the language and subjects of the street. He wrot...