Ken Kesey
1935 - 2001
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Biography
Ken Kesey was an American novelist, best known for his novel 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest'. Born on September 17, 1935 in La Junta, Colorado, Kesey became a key figure in the counterculture movement of the 1960s. He gained fame through his participation in experiments with psychedelic drugs, notably LSD, which inspired his writing. Kesey's work often explored themes of madness, freedom, and the individual's struggle against societal norms. He passed away on November 10, 2001 in Eugene, Oregon.
Famous Quotes (5)
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You can't really be strong until you can see a funny side to things.
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The answer is never the answer. What's really interesting is the mystery. If you seek the mystery instead of the answer, you'll always be seeking.
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Take what you can use and let the rest go by.
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There's something about taking a plow and breaking new ground. It gives you energy.
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People don't want other people to be people.