William S. Burroughs 1984-07-04
Naropa University, Boulder, CO
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Allen Ginsberg class with William Burroughs. Ginsberg begins by reading from Burroughs's work, including his book Nova Express. Burroughs arrives and discusses writing techniques, including the idea that "Life is a cut up." He also talks about why he became a writer, Laurie Anderson, rolling drunks, biological warfare, weapons and retreats. The class learns some exercises for observing details while walking down the street.
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Fri Jun 03 2005 10:54:48 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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Fri Jun 03 2005 10:54:48 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
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