Hunter S. Thompson or Hunter Stockton Thompson was an American journalist who claimed his fame as an author too. He is also noted as the creator of Gonzo Journalism. In this style of reporting the reporters get involved in the action to such extent that they themselves become the central character of their stories. Hunter S. Thompson is also known for his iconic contempt of authorities and libertarian view. Hunter S. Thompson is also said to promote and use psychedelics and other mind altering substances of this kind.
Early life of Hunter S. Thompson
Hunter S. Thompson was born on 18th July in the year 1937 in Louisville in Kentucky. His father Jack Roberts was an insurance adjuster and a U.S. Army veteran. His mother Virginia Davidson Ray was a reference librarian and secretary. Hunter S. Thompson was interested in sports and athletics from a very early age and excelled in Baseball. He studied at Louisville Male High School. Later he joined the U.S. Air Force. He left Air Force in the year 19589 as an Airman First Class. After leaving the Air Force Hunter S. Thompson became a sports editor for a newspaper in Jersey Shore in Pennsylvania. He also attended the sort story writing classes of Columbia University. He worked with several newspapers and magazines. In the mean time he also persuaded his writing career.
Works by Hunter S. Thompson
Some of the well known works by Hunter S. Thompson include The Run Diary: a Novel, Hells Angels: A Strange and Terrible Saga, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas: A Savage Journey to the Heart of American Dream, The Curse of Lono, Screw Jack and Other Stories. Apart from these he was also known for writing several volumes on Gonzo Journalism. He is well known as the father of Gonzo Journalism. Hunter S. Thompson often became so involved in hi work that he became the central character of his story. This was later known as gonzo journalism.
Alcoholism and Hunter S. Thompson
Hunter S. Thompson is also known for his use of psychedelics. He was also a heavy drinker and was known for the use of fire arms. He also was a heavy smoker and often promoted the practice of smoking and alcoholism.
Hunter S. Thompson was a multi talented journalist and author of American. He was also known for pioneering contributions to gonzo journalism. His alcoholism and use and promotion of psychedelics also was an important feature of his character.
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