University of Virginia
University of Virginia: The Beats
At this site from University of Virginia you can read about the formation of the "Beat Generation" as well the most influential written works of this period. This website provides brief write-ups on the poems and books of Beat authors,...
PBS
Pbs: American Novel: Literary Timeline: Literary Movements: Beat Generation
Information on the literary group known as the Beat generation, including prominent members and published works.
Other
Unspeakable Visions: Beat Generation&bohemian Dialectic
Paper detailing the emergence of the Beat Generation and the Bohemian Dialectic.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Beat Movement
This encyclopedia entry surveys the Beat movement in American literature and culture during the 1950s and early 1960s, which was personified by such writers as Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and William S. Burroughs.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Bob Kaufman
A brief biographical overview of Bob Kaufman including information on his life and links to selected poems. A column of links to additional reading information on Kaufman is also provided.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: A Brief Guide to the Beat Poets
Contains a brief explanation of the Beat poetry movement. Also includes a short excerpt from Allen Ginsberg's "Howl."
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Bob Kaufman
This entry features Bob Kaufman, an innovative African-American poet who became an important figure of the Beat movement.