2007-09-03 07:07:46 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Well, at least he didn't use the II
"William Seward Burroughs II
named after grandad:
"His grandfather, William Seward Burroughs I, founded the Burroughs Adding Machine company, which evolved into the Burroughs Corporation."
Maybe for the same reason as the father of Gonzo journalism, the Duke:
Hunter S. Thompson
His middle name was Stockton.
Maybe they BOTH did it for the "iambic pentameterness" of the rhythm - 5 beats to the line, so to speak.
You've got to admit
William S. Burroughs and Hunter S. Thompsom both flow more smoothly to the ear than just
William Burroughs or Hunter Thompson
2007-09-03 07:15:06 · answer #1 · answered by johnslat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To avoid confusion with the well-known hockey player, William X. Burroughs.
It may have been a personal affectation with no real "reason"behind it.
2007-09-03 14:13:18 · answer #2 · answered by Bryce 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋