Post Office
Post Office
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 1950s-1970s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Post Office by Charles Bukowski, the narrative follows Henry Chinaski, a person navigating the tribulations of working at the U.S. Postal Service. Through his experiences over several years, the story sheds light on the mundane and challenging aspects of the job, reflecting broader themes of survival and perseverance in everyday life.
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Review Roundup
Charles Bukowski's Post Office offers an unflinching look at the mundane yet chaotic life of a postal worker. Critics praise its humor, raw narrative, and Bukowski's distinct voice. However, some find the pervasive bleakness and crude content off-putting. Overall, it remains a compelling read for those appreciating gritty realism and Bukowski's candid storytelling.
Who Should Read Post Office?
A reader who enjoys gritty, raw, and unapologetically honest narratives would appreciate Post Office by Charles Bukowski. Fans of Bukowski's work, as well as those who like the irreverent and painfully real depictions in books like Jack Kerouac's On the Road and Hunter S. Thompson's Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, will find this novel compelling.
136,796 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Los Angeles, California • 1950s-1970s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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