Gonzo: the life of Hunter S Thompson

Wenner, Jann.

Book 2007

Few American lives are stranger, more action-packed, or wilder than that of Hunter S. Thompson. Born a rebel in Louisville, Kentucky, Thompson spent a lifetime channeling his energy and insight into such landmark works as Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas--and his singular and provocative style challenged and revolutionized writing. Now, two of his colleagues have interviewed the Good Doctor's friends, family, acquaintances and colleagues, from Hell...

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ISBN:

9780316005289

Description:

xxvi, 467 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 21 cm

Notes:

Includes index

Contents:

Chapter 1 Coming of Age in Louisville 3
Chapter 2 An Itinerant Professional 22
Chapter 3 San Francisco, Hells Angels, and Merry Pranksters 75
Chapter 4 Freak Power in the Rockies 93
Chapter 5 The Golden Age of Gonzo 120
Chapter 6 A New Voice on the Campaign Trail 153
Chapter 7 Failed Deadlines and a Failed Marriage 181
Chapter 8 Wreckage in the Fast Lane 224
Chapter 9 Circling the Wagons at Owl Farm 281
Chapter 10 A Writer Resurgent 298
Chapter 11 Vegas Goes to Hollywood 330
Chapter 12 Where Were You When the Fun Stopped? 367
Chapter 13 The End of the Road 412
Cast of Voices 439

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1197605

Other Authors:

Seymour, Corey

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