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“Coming of age in a fascist police state will not be a barrel of fun for anybody, much less for people like me, who are not inclined to suffer Nazis gladly and feel only contempt for the cowardly flag-suckers who would gladly give up their outdated freedom to live for the mess of pottage they have been conned into believing will be freedom from fear. Ho ho ho. Let's not get carried away here. Freedom was yesterday in this country. Its value has been discounted. The only freedom we truly crave today is freedom from Dumbness. Nothing else matters.”

Quote by Hunter S. Thompson

Book:Kingdom of Fear: Loathsome Secrets of a Star-crossed Child in the Final Days of the American Century
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Kingdom of Fear: Loathsome Secrets of a Star-crossed Child in the Final Days of the American Century

In this autobiographical work, Hunter S. Thompson reflects on his early life, his rebellious youth, and his later legal battles, weaving together personal anecdotes with a critique of American society. The book delves into themes of paranoia, freedom, and the erosion of civil liberties, framed within the context of what Thompson terms the 'final days of the American century.' Through a blend of gonzo journalism and raw introspection, the narrative examines the author's struggles with authority, his experiences with drugs and the counterculture, and his enduring belief in the power of individual defiance against institutional corruption. more

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Hunter S. Thompson
Hunter S. Thompson

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

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