1922 - 1969
Jack Kerouac was an American novelist and poet known for his spontaneous and provocative writing style, particularly exemplified in his seminal work "On the Road." He was a leading figure of the Beat Generation and is credited with influencing American literature and popular culture in the mid-20th century.
My fault, my failure, is not in the passions I have, but in my lack of control of them.
One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple.
Because in the end, you won’t remember the time you spent working in the office or mowing your lawn. Climb that goddamn mountain.