A journalist and his lawyer drive to Las Vegas in a car full of drugs to cover a race
What it is about
Raoul Duke, a journalist, and his attorney Dr. Gonzo head to Las Vegas to cover a motorcycle race and the country’s hunt for the American Dream. They bring a car full of drugs and a suitcase of excuses. The story is wild, funny and, beneath the chaos, a bitter look at America.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like satire and wild, personal journalism.
What you will get
A short, wild ride with strong prose and heavy drug use. It is not for everyone, but it is a landmark of the genre.
Behind the book
It first appeared in two parts in Rolling Stone in November 1971, before coming out as a book.
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Nonfiction · Gonzo journalism · Satire · Road trip
Length
204 pages · ≈ 6 h
More about this book
Characters
Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo.
Setting
Las Vegas in the early 1970s.
What makes it different
The author places himself at the center of a loosely true report.
Feel
Chaotic, funny and angry.
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