I love this book! If I was on a stranded island this would be the book I'd take.

I'm an English Student, and so I was forced to read this novel for my contemporary literature class. I thought nothing of the book when it was handed to me, never even heard of Charles Bukowski, but I must say it is now my favourite book of all time. He is a very cynical writer, which I love. He doesn't paint things to be beautiful and breathtaking, he tells you how things are. I've now read 4 of his novels, starting a collection, and I recommend them all!

This is another one of my favourites from Bukowski. I feel that it is essential for any true Buk fan to read these 3 novels: 1) Women 2) Ham On Rye 3) Factotum (some would say Post Office should be in there but I wouldn't).

I bought 'Ham On Rye' when I was thirteen years old. It instantly became and has remained my number one book of all time. 'Ham On Rye' is no ordinary book. I figure I have read it about 100 odd times so far in my life. It shaped my life and made me who I am today. Charles Bukowski is the most talented writer to have ever lived, died, and otherwise. Thank you, Charles, for everything. Essential.