Inspired by Jack Kerouac's "On the Road," Paul Carpetti, who is disillusioned with his life in 1964 suburbia, and fellow Kerouac enthusiast Duke Walczek begin hitchhiking to Florida to find their literary hero.
Chronicles the life of author, poet, and beat generation icon Jack Kerouac, discussing his childhood, travels, battle with alcohol, religious beliefs, impact on the literary world, and other related topics.
Writer Jack Kerouac recounts stories based upon his real life travels and experiences, describing the people he encountered along the way and the impact they had on his life.
Chronicles the life of author Jack Kerouac and discusses his experiences growing up during the Depression, his relationship with Allen Ginsberg, and his struggle to overcome alcoholism.
Provides biography and background on mid-twentieth-century writer Jack Kerouac, and analyzes his technique and eleven of his works, showing him in a broader context than his reputation as a Beat Generation icon.
