Thompson, Hunter S.
The Proud Highway
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408822937
- author:
- Thompson, Hunter S.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 720
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 5 cm
- Genre:
- Diaries, letters & journals
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Hunter S. Thompson's early life was marked by a series of distinct personas and pursuits. As an honor student in Louisville, Kentucky, he began to develop his writing skills. His military service as Airman Thompson brought him closer to sports journalism, while his work at Dow Jones for the National Observer showcased his ability to cover foreign news with a unique perspective. Thompson's career was defined by his relentless pursuit of writing opportunities and his passion for provocative reporting. The publication of these extraordinary letters, spanning from his high school graduation in 1955 through the success of his first book, Hell's Angels, in 1966, offers a rare glimpse into the development and maturation of a singular talent. This collection of letters provides a unique insight into Thompson's growth as a writer and the evolution of his distinctive voice.
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