Identifier5411713
Created AtTue May 23 2023 23:54:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)
Media TypeFLAC
Media Count1
Sound RatingA+
NoteAvailable for download at archive.org
Trades Allowed
Performance
William S. Burroughs 1984-07-04 Naropa University, Boulder, CO
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CommentAllen 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.