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A Clockwork Orange with Jeff Noon and Andrew Biswell

On the Road with Penguin Classics

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Burgess, Alcohol, and the Complexity of Music

This chapter explores Anthony Burgess's relationship with alcohol and its influence on his life and writing, particularly through anecdotes of heavy drinking. It also examines the intricate connection between music and violence in Burgess's characters, especially Alex from 'A Clockwork Orange', highlighting how this juxtaposition enriches the narrative.

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