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The Western Lands

William S. Burroughs

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Dark voyage through death's metaphysical boundaries.

If you're drawn to the Beat Generation ethos or the cerebral musings on the afterlife and existential philosophy, "The Western Lands" could resonate deeply with you. It's quintessential Burroughs, teeming with vivid imagery and unfettered imagination, weaving a tapestry that's both disconcerting and engrossing. This isn't just a book; it's a mind-bending journey that challenges perceptions of life and death.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780330298056
Author: William S. Burroughs
Publisher: Picador
Date of Publication: 1988-03-11
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Fantasy, Science Fiction
Related Topics: Mythology, Science Fiction, Classics
Goodreads rating: 4.05
(rated by 2088 readers)

Description

The Western Lands is a profound and revealing novel by William S. Burroughs, completing a trilogy that explores themes of mortality, loneliness, and hope for existence beyond bodily death. Using ancient Egyptian mythology as a symbolic vehicle, the story follows characters on a perilous journey through a Burroughs-esque universe, blending danger and beauty in various settings. The novel is a masterwork from the visionary American novelist.
 

Dark voyage through death's metaphysical boundaries.

If you're drawn to the Beat Generation ethos or the cerebral musings on the afterlife and existential philosophy, "The Western Lands" could resonate deeply with you. It's quintessential Burroughs, teeming with vivid imagery and unfettered imagination, weaving a tapestry that's both disconcerting and engrossing. This isn't just a book; it's a mind-bending journey that challenges perceptions of life and death.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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