Richard Brautigan's legacy is his continued inspiration for creative efforts by others. Readers continue to be attracted to his easy-to-read yet idiosyncratic prose style. Writers continue to emulate his writing style complete with his humor and use of whimsy, or at least refer to Brautigan and his works. Scholars continue to argue Brautigan's place in American literature. And musicians and artists continue to interpret his work, or are inspired to create their own. This node provides an overview of such efforts, and links to further information and resources. Use the links below to find information about Brautigan's continuing legacy.
Brautigan Bibliography and Archive is a definitive, comprehensive resource focusing on the writings and life of American novelist and poet Richard Gary Brautigan (1935-1984).
Information from diverse sources is collected and cross-referenced here. The result is a trusted, three-dimensional, critical mass of information about Richard Brautigan, the writer, and the man.
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