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The Long and Short: Allen Ginsberg’s ‘Howl’ and ‘Kaddish’

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The Influence of William Blake, Rock Stars, and Jazz on Allen Ginsberg's Poetry

This chapter explores how the writing of William Blake reshaped Allen Ginsberg's perception of time and reality and discusses his early writing, interactions with rock stars, and role in promoting queer liberation. The chapter concludes with a mention of jazz as a key influence on Ginsberg's poetry.

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