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Explore the Beat Generation literary movement in this 55-minute academic discussion featuring leading scholars examining key texts and figures from this influential American literary period. Join Professor Ato Quayson as he moderates a panel of distinguished Beat Generation experts including Steven Belletto, who has edited comprehensive companions to the Beats and Jack Kerouac; Ann Charters, an emeritus professor and influential Beat scholar; Erik Mortenson, editor of Allen Ginsberg studies; and Oliver Harris, who specializes in William S. Burroughs scholarship. Delve into critical analysis of Beat literature, examining the movement's major works, cultural impact, and literary significance through the perspectives of scholars who have dedicated their careers to understanding figures like Kerouac, Ginsberg, and Burroughs. Gain insights into the Beat Generation's revolutionary approach to literature, their influence on American culture, and their lasting legacy in contemporary literary studies through this scholarly roundtable discussion presented by Cambridge University Press.
