ISBN 9780008557546
Rs. 880
Fourth Estate
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
Who it's for: Readers interested in Gonzo journalism and counterculture literature
Join journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo on a wild, drug-fueled journey through Las Vegas, ostensibly to cover a motorcycle race and a narcotics officers' convention. What unfolds is a chaotic, hallucinatory quest through the dark underbelly of the American Dream, blurring the lines between reality and delusion.Why You Should Read? Experience a foundational work of Gonzo journalism, known for its subjective, first-person narrative. Delve into a scathing, yet often humorous, satire of 1960s American culture and its lost ideals. Discover Hunter S. Thompson's distinctive voice, blending fact with fiction in a truly unique literary style. Explore themes of disillusionment, excess, and the pursuit of freedom in a radically unconventional way.
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- Foundational work of Gonzo journalism
- First-person narrative blending fact and fiction
- Satire of 1960s American culture and lost ideals
- Explores themes of disillusionment and excess
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What is Gonzo journalism?
Gonzo journalism is a style of reporting where the reporter becomes part of the story, often using subjective and fictionalized elements. This book is a foundational work of that style.
Is this book based on a true story?
The book is a work of fiction, but it is inspired by the author's own experiences and blends fact with fiction, characteristic of Gonzo journalism.
What is the main plot?
The plot follows journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo as they travel to Las Vegas to cover a motorcycle race and a narcotics officers' convention, but the journey becomes a chaotic, hallucinatory quest.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of disillusionment, excess, the pursuit of freedom, and the dark underbelly of the American Dream.