In "For John Dillinger," William S. Burroughs expresses a sense of nostalgia and hope regarding the infamous bank robber. Although Dillinger was a notorious figure from the 1930s, Burroughs reflects on the past with a desire that Dillinger might still be alive, indicating a complex relationship with the concept of crime and heroism. The mention of Thanksgiving Day adds a layer of cultural significance, linking themes of gratitude and reflection to...