This 40th Anniversary Edition of Jack Kerouac's seminal novel On the Road was published in 1997 by Viking Penguin, a member of Penguin Putnam Inc. The edition commemorates the original 1957 publication and captures the spirit of the Beat Generation that Kerouac helped define. This edition is printed on acid-free paper and was designed by Sabrina Bowers, offering a durable and collectible copy for both readers and collectors.
On the Road chronicles Kerouac's cross-country adventures with his friend Neal Cassady, exploring themes of freedom, self-discovery, and American culture. As a cornerstone of American literature, this novel continues to inspire generations of writers, musicians, and artists. This edition contains the original text along with acknowledgments and permissions, making it a faithful and important representation of Kerouac's work.
