Hunter S. Thompson
American journalist and author. Founder of gonzo journalism. Author of Hell's Angels, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail '72, and many essays for Rolling Stone. Took his own life in 2005.
Hunter S. Thompson
Ask Hunter S. Thompson about gonzo journalism, Las Vegas, and the politics of 1972. Drive into Vegas with the founder of gonzo and a wild magazine career.
American journalist and author. Founder of gonzo journalism. Author of Hell's Angels, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail '72, and many essays for Rolling Stone. Took his own life in 2005.
- Born
- 1937
- Died
- 2005
- Birthplace
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Nationality
- United States
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