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There is a CD with bits from this book performed by a bunch of the original SNL cast and writers. It is one of the best audio comedic CD's I have ever heard. Ruined the book slightly, but any fans IMO should seek it out. It is really well done and way better than the movie in my opinion.
I liked the book but because of above CD was a little let down.
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Just re-read, liked it even more now. Longing to hear the above mentioned cd but loaned it to somebody, who I guess thought ...more
I liked the book but because of above CD was a little let down.
Added to original review:
Just re-read, liked it even more now. Longing to hear the above mentioned cd but loaned it to somebody, who I guess thought ...more
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"I hate to advocate drugs, alcohol, violence, or insanity to anyone, but they've always worked for me".
- Hunter S. Thompson
Christ almighty they take a lot of drugs in this book don't they?
Although if anything actually that's my main problem with this book. And don't get me wrong I'm a big pro-drug legalization supporter so I'm fine with them taking it, it's just that it seems to be the only real hinge to the book.
It's as if when Thompson was pitching this to the publisher he was ...more
"I hate to advocate drugs, alcohol, violence, or insanity to anyone, but they've always worked for me".
- Hunter S. Thompson
Christ almighty they take a lot of drugs in this book don't they?
Although if anything actually that's my main problem with this book. And don't get me wrong I'm a big pro-drug legalization supporter so I'm fine with them taking it, it's just that it seems to be the only real hinge to the book.
It's as if when Thompson was pitching this to the publisher he was ...more
This book takes the reader on a crazy ride as Raoul Duke and his attorney, Dr Gonzo, go to Las Vegas. It's a wild, humorous trip through the 1960-70s drug culture since the duo are popping drugs constantly while they are supposed to be working as journalists. The first event they cover is the Mint 400 dirt track motorcycle race, and the second is the National District Attorneys Association's Conference on Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs. This was a combination of truth and fiction because Hunter S
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it was a little hard to follow at times, but still a great read
Aug 08, 2011
Tiago Ribeiro
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Selena
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