Liberty Leaf

Cannabis, Jazz, and the Beat Generation


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The text explores the relationship between the Beat Generation writers and marijuana use in the 1940s and 50s. Their embrace of cannabis is presented as integral to their artistic expression, rebellion against societal norms, and critique of Cold War America. The writing styles of Kerouac, Ginsberg, and Burroughs are linked to their drug use and association with jazz culture. The text details their experiences with marijuana, other drugs, and the legal consequences they faced, highlighting their defiance of prohibition and its role in shaping their literary output and influence. The authors’ advocacy for cannabis is contextualized within a broader rebellion against conformity and the stifling atmosphere of the era.

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