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ISBN: 9780345410085

Book Title: Hell's Angels : a Strange and Terrible Saga

Publisher: Random House Publishing Group

Item Length: 8.2 in

Publication Year: 1996

Format: Trade Paperback

Language: English

Item Height: 0.8 in

Author: Hunter S. Thompson

Genre: Social Science

Topic: Men's Studies, Folklore & Mythology, Popular Culture

Item Weight: 9.2 Oz

Item Width: 5.4 in

Number of Pages: 288 Pages

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Gonzo journalist and literary roustabout Hunter S. Thompson flies with the angels--Hell's Angels, that is--in this short work of nonfiction. "California, Labor Day weekend . . . early, with ocean fog still in the streets, outlaw motorcyclists wearing chains, shades and greasy Levis roll out from damp garages, all-night diners and cast-off one-night pads in Frisco, Hollywood, Berdoo and East Oakland, heading for the Monterey peninsula, north of Big Sur. . . The Menace is loose again." Thus begins Hunter S. Thompson's vivid account of his experiences with California's most notorious motorcycle gang, the Hell's Angels. In the mid-1960s, Thompson spent almost two years living with the controversial Angels, cycling up and down the coast, reveling in the anarchic spirit of their clan, and, as befits their name, raising hell. His book successfully captures a singular moment in American history, when the biker lifestyle was first defined, and when such countercultural movements were electrifying and horrifying America. Thompson, the creator of Gonzo journalism, writes with his usual bravado, energy, and brutal honesty, and with a nuanced and incisive eye; as The New Yorker pointed out, "For all its uninhibited and sardonic humor, Thompson's book is a thoughtful piece of work." As illuminating now as when originally published in 1967, Hell's Angels is a gripping portrait, and the best account we have of the truth behind an American legend.

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Random House Publishing Group

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0345410084

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Hell's Angels : a Strange and Terrible Saga

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288 Pages

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English

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1996

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Men's Studies, Folklore & Mythology, Popular Culture

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Social Science

Author

Hunter S. Thompson

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Trade Paperback

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0.8 in

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9.2 Oz

Item Length

8.2 in

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"Thompson has presented us with a close view of a world most of us would never encounter. His language is brilliant, his eye remarkable." -- The New York Times Book Review "Superb and terrifying." --Studs Terkel, Chicago Tribune From the Hardcover edition., "Thompson has presented us with a close view of a world most of us would never encounter. His language is brilliant, his eye remarkable." -- The New York Times Book Review "Superb and terrifying." --Studs Terkel, Chicago Tribune, "Thompson has presented us with a close view of a world most of us would never encounter. His language is brilliant, his eye remarkable." --The New York Times Book Review "Superb and terrifying." --Studs Terkel, Chicago Tribune From the Hardcover edition., "Thompson has presented us with a close view of a world most of us would never encounter. His language is brilliant, his eye remarkable." -- The New York Times Book Review "Superb and terrifying." --Studs Terkel, Chicago Tribune

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by paul.ebizworld
Jul 20, 2023Top favourable review
Hell on Wheels
"Hell's Angels" is one of Hunter S. Thompson's most compelling non-fiction books. However, be forewarned that this tome is not for the faint-of-heart, nor for those offended by profane language and situations. In certain respects, this book could almost be considered an unbelievably riveting sociological monograph,
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: goodwillsp
by _vLaLLfITHO@Deleted
Mar 27, 2008
Anything by Hunter S. Thompson
Well, what's not to like, I mean he was a Colorado rez and he represented something we don't see often: the Genuine Article. He drank, could be a cantankerous so and so, (I read about him too) but he wrote hysterically and honestly and historically. While the Hells Angels allowed him "in", they eventually booted him out, musta said something to upset their fragile sensibilities, but I haven't gotten that far, my significant other says "a good but not great read". I decided to buy it because I read his work whenever I can. It's called "amusement" and sort of enlightening in a light reading kinda way! Hunter really should have run for governor or something, he was that politically astute. That is, if anyone in the State of CO would elect a ... Well, what's not to like, I mean he was a Colorado rez and he represented something we don't see often: the Genuine Article. He drank, could be a cantankerous so and so, (I read about him too) but he wrote hysterically and honestly and historically. While the Hells Angels allowed him "in", they eventually booted him out, musta said something to upset their fragile sensibilities, but I haven't gotten that far, my significant other says "a good but not great read". I decided to buy it because I read his work whenever I can. It's called "amusement" and sort of enlightening in a light reading kinda way! Hunter really should have run for governor or something, he was that politically astute. That is, if anyone in the State of CO would elect a rabble rouser with a real point...So far so good, Hunter is already along "for the ride" and there's been trouble early on in his journalistic approach to these normally uncooperative rebs; he is so far non judgmental but trying to be as impartial (and funny, don't forget that) as he can be for the sake of his audience. I don't skip to the end, that's cheating. Betcha anyone concerned with or even marginally intrigued by the original Angels will find some interestin factoids here, so again what's not to like. And afterall look who wrote it, come on, a bad ass writing about bad asses, does eBay allow that language, abt to find out. Enjoy this lying down and a bottle of yr favorite brew, peace.
by marshmalloytoy
Sep 05, 2006
HST journalism pioneer
I love this book. It is incredibly insightful and exposes a facet of the human being most people fear or ignore, and rarely embrace. I bought this item because I've read the book before, and know from that that it is a must-have for any book collection. Hunter S. Thompson was a pioneer in journalism, to say the least, and should be read by generations to come. His style was dubbed "Gonzo", or off the beaten path. He sometimes wrote about writing the story instead of writing the story to which he was assigned. His take on society and politics as they were at the time of publication is unforgiving, and he pulls no punches like so many other journalists do. His allegiance was to himself, not his publisher(s). He spent a year or so with the Hell's Angels to write this book, ... I love this book. It is incredibly insightful and exposes a facet of the human being most people fear or ignore, and rarely embrace. I bought this item because I've read the book before, and know from that that it is a must-have for any book collection. Hunter S. Thompson was a pioneer in journalism, to say the least, and should be read by generations to come. His style was dubbed "Gonzo", or off the beaten path. He sometimes wrote about writing the story instead of writing the story to which he was assigned. His take on society and politics as they were at the time of publication is unforgiving, and he pulls no punches like so many other journalists do. His allegiance was to himself, not his publisher(s). He spent a year or so with the Hell's Angels to write this book, and they stomped him for telling it like it was and not paying them what they considered to be their fair share. He was 'embedded' long before it was a popular term. I have grown to idolize Thompson for his bravura and command of the language, and look forward to reading his entire collection. I also recommend reading Hell's Angel, by Ralph "Sonny" Barger, one of the first Hell's Angels. It is not nearly as good as HST's book, but it offers some perspective. Not all of the stories match up between the books, so it's left to the reader to determine what really happened.
by shgsky2011
Nov 06, 2022
Entertaining book.
Book was as advertised. Easy purchase and very happy.
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by red-wolf60
Jul 20, 2021
Worth the money !
I was given this book in 1982 and read it twice . I bought it again because I enjoyed it so much.
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