Quote by Jack Kerouac

Whither goest thou, America, in thy shiny car in the night?

Whither goest thou, America, in thy shiny car in the night?

Summary

This quote, from the American author Jack Kerouac, serves as a rhetorical question and an introspective commentary on the direction that America is heading. It questions the purpose and destination of the country, symbolizing the vibrant and restless American spirit represented by a shiny car in the night. Through this metaphorical question, Kerouac prompts readers to reflect on the choices and paths America has chosen, creating a sense of uncertainty and curiosity about the future of the nation.

By Jack Kerouac

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