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Hunter S. Thompson

Fear and Loathing On the Campaign Trail '72

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 1973

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Essay Topics

1.

Using textual evidence, write a short essay on how Hunter S. Thompson’s attitude toward politics and political journalism evolve over the course of the book.

2.

How does Thompson use structure in the book to illustrate the pace and energy of the campaign?

3.

To what extent does Thompson seek to promote the idea of radical subjectivity in journalism? Explore what drove him to create Gonzo journalism. Use textual evidence and other sources.

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