The City of the Night

*The City of the Night* by William S. Burroughs is a semi-autobiographical novel that explores the experiences of young people drifting through 1950s urban environments like New York City, Mexico City, and London. It portrays themes of alienation, identity, and the search for meaning amid the gritty realities of nightlife, poverty, and marginalization. The narrative is experimental and fragmented, reflecting the chaotic and often disorienting nature of the characters’ lives. Overall, it offers a raw, unflinching look at youth on the fringes of society, emphasizing their struggles and the existential questions they face.