Hailed everywhere as a brilliant biography, Gonzo is a startling portrait of Hunter S. Thompson, the genius who spent a lifetime channeling his energy and insight into such landmark works as Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas — and revolutionized the art of writing. In their own words, an incredible array of stars — Sonny Barger, Jack Nicholson, Ralph Steadman, Jimmy Buffett, Anjelica Huston, Marilyn Manson, Jimmy Carter and many more — bring into vivid focus Thompson's creative frenzies, love affairs, drug use and ultimately, his tragic suicide.

As Thompson was fond of saying, "Buy the ticket, take the ride." (From Hachette Book Group)