The Penguin Dictionary of Saints

KEROUAC, Jack (his copy, Annotated) - ATTWATER, Donald.

Published by Penguin, 1965

About this Item

Jack Kerouac's personal copy. Includes both ink and blind stamp from the Kerouac Estate on the title page. This copy contains numerous markings and underlines by Kerouac, particularly in sections discussing Mary Goretti and Mary di Rosa. Kerouac marks include a passage on page 236 about legends associated with Mary Goretti and an underlined statement on page 237: ".the legends became attached to her name, as that she had been betrothed to St. John the Evangelist." On page 313, under Stephen, Kerouac underlines, ".doubtless a Greek-speaking Jew." This dictionary serves as an alphabetical reference to the lives and legends of over 750 saints, from Christ's apostles to those canonized in more recent times. Kerouac's annotations reflect his deep interest in spirituality and religious themes. His focus on saints, particularly Mary, is intricately linked to his use of legends, forming a significant part of his autobiographical narrative and spiritual exploration within the "Duluoz Legend.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Penguin Dictionary of Saints
• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication Date: 1965
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Near Fine
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