Joan Vollmer
Joan Vollmer was an important figure in the Beat Generation, known for her relationship with writer William S. Burroughs. Born in 1923, she was a writer and editor who played a crucial role in the literary and cultural movements of the 1950s. Vollmer's life was marked by her involvement in the avant-garde circles of New York, where she interacted with prominent figures of the time. Tragically, she died in 1951 after an accidental shooting involving Burroughs, an event that deeply affected him and was reflected in his writings. Her life and untimely death continue to be a point of interest in discussions about the Beat Generation.
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Joan Vollmer is mentioned as the wife of William Burroughs, who he accidentally shot.
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