(From back cover) ... describes Kerouac's life via his fictional self Jack Duluoz just before the publication of ON THE ROAD. After meditating at the brink of the world (as a fire lookout on Desolation Peak) Duluoz travels to San Francisco...etc.
The best book he ever wrote.
A compendium of Kerouac's thoughts on Buddhism and life. Sometimes really hits the mark; at other times he is long-winded. Best to read in short doses
