Henry Miller: Ahead of the Game

They Called Him the Happiest Man Alive

A laid-back, easy-going admirer of Walt Whitman, Henry Miller was a long time reaping his rewards as a writer. He certainly enjoyed an underground fame for decades however, applying the 'galactic varnish' to his typescripts.

Kenton Crowther makes some startling points about this controversial figure. Read about Miller's infatuation with the gutter life of Paris, his constant efforts at self-promotion, his woman disciple and his love of vaudeville. Crowther shares many insights into this profound and naive writer who had holes in his pockets in the land of the credit card.

(Article: 3100 words, 15 pages)

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