burroughs

• Имя собственное, обозначающее фамилию известных американских деятелей, включая писателей и изобретателей.

A proper noun referring to a surname of notable American figures, including writers and inventors.

uncountable · proper noun

1. William S. BurroughsC1formalamericanart

   An American writer and visual artist, a primary figure of the Beat Generation, known for his experimental novels and his portrayal of drug addiction.

   Уильям С. Берроуз

   • William S. Burroughs is best known for his novel 'Naked Lunch'.
   • The works of Burroughs often explore themes of control and addiction.
   • Burroughs' cut-up technique influenced many later writers.

2. William Seward Burroughs IC1formalamericantechnical

   An American inventor who founded the Burroughs Corporation and patented the first practical adding machine.

   Уильям Сьюард Берроуз I

   • William Seward Burroughs I revolutionized office work with his adding machine.
   • The Burroughs Corporation became a major player in the early computing industry.
   • Burroughs' invention was a key step in the development of modern calculators.

3. Edgar Rice BurroughsB2formalamericanart

   An American author, best known for creating the character Tarzan and the series of adventure stories set on Mars.

   Эдгар Райс Берроуз

   • Edgar Rice Burroughs created the iconic character Tarzan of the Apes.
   • The Barsoom series by Burroughs is a classic of science fiction.
   • Burroughs' adventure stories have been adapted into numerous films and television shows.