The Dharma Bums

The Dharma Bums is a novel by Jack Kerouac, published in 1958. The book is a semi-fictional account of Kerouac's experiences with Buddhism and his travels in the United States. It follows the protagonist, Ray Smith, and his friend, Japhy Ryder, as they explore the American landscape and their own spiritual beliefs. The novel is a key work in the Beat Generation literary movement, capturing the essence of the search for meaning and the embrace of a bohemian lifestyle.