“I believe that the major operating ethic in American society right now, the most universal want and need is to be on TV. I've been on TV. I could be on TV all the time if I wanted to. But most people will never get on TV. It has to be a real breakthrough for them. And trouble is, people will do almost anything to get on it. You know, confess to crimes they haven't committed. You don't exist unless you're on TV. Yeah, it's a validation process.”
This volume compiles a selection of previously unpublished or uncollected works by Hunter S. Thompson, the founder of gonzo journalism. It includes letters, articles, and interviews that span his career, offering readers insight into his raw, irreverent perspective on topics such as politics, drugs, sports, and the counterculture. The book captures Thompson's unique voice and his relentless critique of the American establishment, drawing from his personal archives to present a more intimate view of the man behind the myth. more
Hunter S. Thompson was an American journalist, writer, and editor, known for his unique writing style and coverage of the hippie culture. His work often featured first-person narration, filled with adventure and rebellious spirit. Thompson was praised for his deep insights into political and social issues and is considered a pioneer of 'New Journalism'. more
“Platitudes are safe, because they're easy to wink at, but truth is something else again.”