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The Dharma Bums

7.35

Good

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Bildungsroman American Identity Spiritual Beat Generation Kerouac

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Jack Kerouac's 1958 American novel following a young man's spiritual quest through Zen Buddhism and Beat culture across California and the Pacific Northwest.

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The Dharma Bums ranks #54 of 60 in the Bildungsroman ranking, behind American Street, ahead of Paul and Virginia.

Beat classic with lasting cultural reputation; uneven prose, dated gender politics, and mixed critical standing cap consensus.

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How good is The Dharma Bums?

The Dharma Bums scores 7.35/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Bildungsroman category. Beat classic with lasting cultural reputation; uneven prose, dated gender politics, and mixed critical standing cap consensus.

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