As I grew older I became a drunk. Why? Because I like ecsta… - Jack Kerouac

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As I grew older I became a drunk. Why? Because I like ecstasy of the mind.

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Jack Kerouac (12 March 1922 – 21 October 1969), born Jean-Louis Lebris de Kérouac, was an American novelist, poet, and artist. He was a central figure among Beat Generation writers.

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Native Name: Jean-Louis Lebris de Kérouac

Alternative Names: Jean-Louis Lebris de Kerouac • Kerouac • Jean-Louis Kerouac

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As I grew older I became a drunk. Why? Because I like ecstasy of the mind. - Jack Kerouac

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