Ken Elton Kesey was an American author, filmmaker, and countercultural figure known for his work in the 1960s and 1970s. Some synonyms for Kesey might include "beatnik," "hippie," "rebel," or "subversive." He was known for his influential work in the literary and artistic communities, challenging the social norms and traditions of his time. Kesey is often remembered for his novel "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest", which was published in 1962 and subsequently adapted into a successful film. His other notable works include "Sometimes a Great Notion" and "Demon Box." Throughout his career, Kesey was a true pioneer of the literary counterculture.