On the Road

*On the Road* is a novel by Jack Kerouac that depicts the restless quest for meaning and freedom through the journeys of its protagonist, Sal Paradise, across America in the 1940s. Combining autobiographical elements with a spontaneous, energetic prose style, the book explores themes of friendship, jazz, love, and the pursuit of experience beyond conventional boundaries. It captures the vibrant spirit of the Beat Generation, emphasizing movement, discovery, and the desire to break free from societal norms in search of personal authenticity.