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Charles Bukowski

Charles Bukowski

AuthorBooks · Second hand1920-1994

Henry Charles Bukowski was a German-American poet, novelist, and short story writer. His writing was influenced by the social, cultural, and economic ambience of his adopted home city of Los Angeles. Bukowski's work addresses the ordinary lives of poor Americans, the act of writing, alcohol, relationships with women, and the drudgery of work.

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Birth
1920
Death
1994
First book
1940
Years writing
86
Charles Bukowski was born in Andernach, Germany, before becoming an icon of American literature.
His work is deeply influenced by the atmosphere of Los Angeles and the daily lives of working-class people.
He was an extremely prolific author who wrote thousands of poems and hundreds of short stories throughout his life.
In 1986, Time magazine dubbed him the laureate of American lowlife.
His novel 'Post Office' is considered one of his most iconic works and a prime example of his raw style.

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