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A previously suppressed early work by William S. Burroughs, written in 1952.

Set in early 1950s Mexico City, the story follows William Lee as he drifts through bars frequented by American expatriates, slowly consumed by his obsession with a young man.

Beneath the restrained narration, themes of drug addiction, loneliness, and entangled desire quietly swirl. As Lee's internal world begins to crumble, Burroughs’ trademark humor and sense of menace gradually emerge. This novel offers glimpses of the literary style that would culminate in his later masterpiece, Naked Lunch.

A quiet yet relentless act of self-dissection told through a character who mirrors the author himself. This is one of Burroughs’ most candid and vulnerable works.

An American writer and a leading figure of the Beat Generation literary movement. Known for his provocative content that explores drug culture and sexual taboos, Burroughs developed a highly original style that influenced generations to come.

To celebrate the release of the novel Queer and the upcoming film Queer, an original, non-sale sticker will be given to customers who purchase related Burroughs books!

The film Queer will premiere on May 9.

The latest work by Luca Guadagnino, director of Call Me by Your Name.

On the same day, the documentary film Burroughs will also be released.

Take this opportunity to experience the world of Burroughs firsthand!

Author: William S. Burroughs

Translators: Hiroo Yamagata, Kiichiro Yanagishita

Release Date: 2025/04/08

Publisher: Kawade Shobo

Format: Paperback

Pages: 208 pages

Price: ¥1,000 + tax

Language: Japanese

ISBN: 978-4-309-46813-6