William S. Burroughs

William Seward Burroughs II was an American writer and artist, central to the Beat Generation and postmodernist literature.

Born into a wealthy family, he struggled with drug addiction throughout his life.

Burroughs gained notoriety for his controversial novel Naked Lunch and popularized the cut-up technique in writing.

His works often drew from his experiences as a heroin addict and explored themes of control, sexuality, and societal critique.

Burroughs's influence extended beyond literature into popular culture and other art forms.

Despite legal challenges and personal tragedies, including the accidental death of his wife, he continued to write and create until his death in 1997, leaving a lasting impact on 20th-century literature and counterculture.