1935 - 2001
Ken Kesey was an American author and countercultural figure, best known for his novel "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," published in 1962. He was a prominent figure in the 1960s psychedelic movement, known for his involvement with the Merry Pranksters and the use of LSD to challenge societal norms. Kesey's work and lifestyle significantly influenced the hippie culture and American literature.