Very interesting read. Gives some nice glimmers into the in-between places of his writings as well as frames up his more renowned works. A nice compliment piece for people who like to get a little past the basics.

Since Kerouac's writing is immense and freethinking, it ranges from extraordinary to not worth reading. Consequently, an anthology is a great way to find the writings of his that appeal to you...and this is a good collection.

Excellent overview of his work, with small but georgeous selections of his lesser-known material- letters, memoir(y) stuff, occasional poems.

I was unable to be without this book for quite some time. That was highschool....*sigh*

A very good overview of Kerouac's unique writing style. Part stream-of-consciousness, part road story, most of these writings are autobiographical, as Kerouac turned his life into his literary catalogue. Kerouac is perhaps not as talented as a poet, as I found his poems underwhelming, but his "spontaneous prose," as he calls it, is top notch writing. The samples of his books made me want to read the full versions, and maybe I will some day. This book is recommended for readers who want to experience this iconic writer.