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Regional U.S. - The Great Shark Hunt: Strange Tales from a Strange Time (The Gonzo Papers Series Book 1)

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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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Step into the wild and electrifying world of Hunter S. Thompson with The Great Shark Hunt: Strange Tales from a Strange Time. Dive deep into his bestselling Gonzo Papers series and experience a rollercoaster of brilliant commentary and outrageous humor. Originally published in 1979, this volume is a must-have for any fan of Thompson's iconic style.

Explore the mind of a literary genius as Thompson covers topics from Nixon to napalm, Las Vegas to Watergate, Carter to cocaine. The Great Shark Hunt is a collection of highly charged essays that provide a unique insight into the explosive and colorful ‘60s and ‘70s. Thompson's razor-sharp wit and crystal-clear prose make this book an essential addition to your library.

Immerse yourself in the birth of gonzo journalism with this iconic volume that paved the way for a new journalistic movement. Be captivated by Thompson's fearless approach and unapologetic style that will leave you both laughing and pondering the world around you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of literary history.

Purchase now and embark on a thrilling journey through the mind of Hunter S. Thompson.

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