Charles Bukowski was a poet, novelist and short-story writer born in Germany in 1920 but who lived most of his life in the United States. Known for his raw, gritty and often vulgar writing style, Bukowski wrote about his experiences working odd jobs, drinking heavily and having relationships with women. He published over 50 books during his lifetime, including the popular novels "Post Office" and "Factotum". Bukowski's work has been celebrated for its honesty, humor and unflinching portrayal of the human condition. He died in 1994 at the age of 73.

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