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Post Office
Book • 1971
Post Office is a semi-autobiographical account of Charles Bukowski's years working as a carrier and sorter for the United States Postal Service.
The novel follows Henry Chinaski, Bukowski's fictional alter ego, as he navigates the mundane and often brutal world of postal work.
Chinaski's life is marked by his three true pleasures: women, booze, and racetrack betting.
The book is a gritty and humorous portrayal of Chinaski's struggles with his job, his personal life, and his constant battles with hangovers, sadistic bosses, and certifiable coworkers.
The novel follows Henry Chinaski, Bukowski's fictional alter ego, as he navigates the mundane and often brutal world of postal work.
Chinaski's life is marked by his three true pleasures: women, booze, and racetrack betting.
The book is a gritty and humorous portrayal of Chinaski's struggles with his job, his personal life, and his constant battles with hangovers, sadistic bosses, and certifiable coworkers.
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