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Book Synopsis: The first volume in Hunter S. Thompson's bestselling Gonzo Papers offers brilliant commentary and outrageous humor, in his signature style. Originally published in 1979, the first volume of the bestselling “Gonzo Papers” is now back in print. The Great Shark Hunt is Dr. Hunter S. Thompson's largest and, arguably, most important work, covering Nixon to napalm, Las Vegas to Watergate, Carter to cocaine. These essays offer brilliant commentary and outrageous humor, in signature Thompson style. Ranging in date from the National Observer days to the era of Rolling Stone, The Great Shark Hunt offers myriad, highly charged entries, including the first Hunter S. Thompson piece to be dubbed “gonzo”—“The Kentucky Derby Is Decadent and Depraved,” which appeared in Scanlan's Monthly in 1970. From this essay a new journalistic movement sprang which would change the shape of American letters. Thompson's razor-sharp insight and crystal clarity capture the crazy, hypocritical, degenerate, and redeeming aspects of the explosive and colorful ‘60s and ‘70s.
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Are you ready to take a wild ride through the strange and fascinating era of the '60s and '70s? Look no further than "The Great Shark Hunt: Strange Tales from a Strange Time" by Hunter S. Thompson. This bestselling Gonzo Papers book is filled with brilliant commentary and outrageous humor that will leave you wanting more.
Originally published in 1979, this iconic volume is now back in print, and it's a must-read for any fan of Thompson's unique style. From Nixon to napalm, Las Vegas to Watergate, Carter to cocaine - Thompson covers it all with his razor-sharp insight and crystal clarity.
Immerse yourself in the world of Thompson's fearless journalism and experience the birth of the "gonzo" movement. The collection includes the groundbreaking essay, "The Kentucky Derby Is Decadent and Depraved," which sparked a journalistic revolution and changed the landscape of American letters forever.
Indulge in Thompson's unmatched storytelling as he captures the crazy, hypocritical, degenerate, and redeeming aspects of the explosive and colorful '60s and '70s. With each turn of the page, you'll find yourself laughing, gasping, and gaining a whole new perspective on a pivotal time in history.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey. Get your hands on "The Great Shark Hunt: Strange Tales from a Strange Time" and discover why Hunter S. Thompson remains an unparalleled literary legend. Get your copy now!
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