Junky by William S. Burroughs

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This novel is a semi-autobiographical account of the author's life as a drug addict in the 1950s. The protagonist, living in New York City, becomes addicted to heroin and resorts to petty crime to support his habit. As he navigates the seedy underworld of drug addiction, he experiences the highs and lows of substance abuse, the desperate scramble for the next fix, and the constant threat of arrest. The book offers a stark, brutally honest portrayal of addiction and its effects on the human psyche.

The 1278th greatest book of all time


Published
1953
Nationality
American
Length
Short
Pages
150-200
Words
58,950
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
- Junkie

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