“The genius in Bukowski's work was not in overcoming unbelievable odds or developing himself into a shining literary light. It was the opposite. It was his simple ability to be completely, unflinchingly honest with himself -- especially the worst parts of himself -- and to share his failings without hesitation or doubt.”
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