Jack Kerouacs "On the Road". Intertextuality and Allusion in the Novel

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Exploring the themes of movement and friendship, the analysis delves into Jack Kerouac's On the Road, often seen as a travelogue reflecting his real-life journeys across the U.S. The novel transcends mere autobiographical narrative, intertwining Kerouac's relationship with Neal Cassidy and critiques of Beat culture. The work examines connections to hobo literature, the significance of space and time, and the quest for experience, positioning the novel as both a rite of passage and a spiritual pilgrimage.