Charles Bukowski's seminal novel, 'Post Office,' introduces readers to his iconic alter ego, Henry Chinaski, as he navigates the monotonous and often absurd world of the United States Postal Service. For over a decade, Chinaski endures the soul-crushing drudgery of sorting mail and delivering letters, fueled by alcohol and a cynical outlook on life. This raw, semi-autobiographical account details his encounters with eccentric colleagues, demanding supervisors, and the mundane struggles of a man trying to survive within a bureaucratic system. Bukowski's distinctive minimalist prose, dark humor, and unvarnished honesty illuminate the universal themes of alienation, disillusionment, and the search for meaning in an unfeeling world. It's a gritty, unflinching portrait of a working-class anti-hero.