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Ham on Rye
Book • 1982
Ham on Rye is a semi-autobiographical novel by Charles Bukowski, following the life of Henry Chinaski, his literary alter ego, as he navigates a harsh childhood marked by abuse and poverty during the Great Depression.
The novel explores themes of alienation, societal disillusionment, and the transformative power of literature.
Through Chinaski's experiences, Bukowski reflects on the struggles of growing up and the rejection of societal norms.
The novel explores themes of alienation, societal disillusionment, and the transformative power of literature.
Through Chinaski's experiences, Bukowski reflects on the struggles of growing up and the rejection of societal norms.
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