Ultrazone
A ghostly Burroughs hunts a cursed manuscript in Tangier with help from spectral friends.
The narrative centers on William S. Burroughs as a restless spirit in Tangier. He searches for hundreds of pages of darker material he lost during his chaotic years there. These pages contain the Ugly Spirit, which threatens to spread evil globally. Burroughs teams up with Paul Bowles, Brion Gysin, Joseph Dean, and Brian Jones. They face macaque monkeys and a word virus while trying to destroy the infected text. The story balances comic antics with moments of genuine sadness. It reflects the real-life literary history of the 1950s expatriate community.
The book is set in Tangier during the 1950s, a period known for its expatriate writers. It draws on the real lives of William S. Burroughs, Paul Bowles, and Brion Gysin. The narrative reimagines their historical interactions through a supernatural lens involving ghosts and demons.
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Readers who appreciate the intersection of literary history and supernatural fiction will find this work particularly engaging. It offers a unique perspective on the legacy of the Beat Generation by placing its central figures in a ghostly adventure. The book is ideal for those who enjoy gothic elements blended with absurd humor, providing a fresh take on classic horror tropes through the lens of Burroughs' circle. Fans of psychological horror and dark fantasy will appreciate the exploration of the 'Ugly Spirit' and the word virus concept. It serves as both a tribute to a specific cultural moment and an entertaining romp that balances comic antics with genuine poignancy, appealing to those seeking non-linear, character-driven narratives.
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This title successfully merges gothic fiction with slapstick horror-fantasy, creating a chaotic yet compelling narrative. The author excels at balancing dark comedy with moments of genuine sadness, avoiding pure parody while maintaining a helter-skelter pace. It suits readers who enjoy absurd humor within a supernatural framework and those interested in the literary legacy of Tangier's 1950s expatriates. The story does not offer a traditional linear mystery but rather a series of ghastly adventures involving spectral friends and ancient evils. While the erratic tone may alienate those seeking quiet historical drama, it rewards readers who appreciate depth amidst chaos. The blend of macabre elements with poetic homage makes it a distinctive entry in contemporary dark fantasy.
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