When I Was Cool

The narrative explores Sam Kashner's experiences as the first student at the Jack Kerouac School of Disembodied Poetics, offering a humorous and graceful account of his life among the Beats. Central to the story is Kashner's personal journey of coming-of-age amidst the chaotic lives of his literary idols. This P.S. edition enriches the original text with an additional 16 pages of insights, including interviews with the author and recommendations for further reading.