Ken Babbs

Ken Babbs (born January 14, 1939) is an American author, merry prankster, and counterculture figure. He is best known for his work with Ken Kesey and the Merry Pranksters, a group that was instrumental in the development of the 1960s counterculture movement.

Early Life

Ken Babbs was born in Dayton, Ohio. He attended Miami University in Ohio, where he was a member of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). After graduating, he served as a helicopter pilot in the United States Marine Corps.

Merry Pranksters

Babbs is most famous for his role as a member of the Merry Pranksters, a group of friends and followers of Ken Kesey. The Pranksters are best known for their cross-country trip in a brightly painted school bus named "Furthur". This journey was documented in Tom Wolfe's book The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test.

Writing Career

Ken Babbs has written several books and articles. His works often reflect his experiences with the Merry Pranksters and his views on the counterculture of the 1960s. He has also contributed to various literary magazines and anthologies.

Legacy

Ken Babbs remains an influential figure in the history of the American counterculture. His contributions to the psychedelic movement and his collaborations with Ken Kesey have left a lasting impact on American literature and popular culture.

See Also

• Ken Kesey
• Merry Pranksters
• The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test
• Counterculture of the 1960s

References

• Wolfe, Tom. The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test. Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1968.
• Babbs, Ken. Various writings and interviews.

External Links

• Ken Babbs on WikiMD