The Curse of Lowell
A Strange Addiction
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The Curse of Lono is a gonzo journalism book written by Hunter S. Thompson and illustrated by Ralph Steadman, published in 1983.
The book chronicles Thompson's chaotic and often surreal experiences covering the Honolulu Marathon in 1980.
It is characterized by Thompson's signature blend of personal narrative, social commentary, and drug-induced hallucinations.
Steadman's vivid and grotesque illustrations perfectly complement Thompson's writing style.
The book is structured as a fragmented and non-linear narrative, reflecting the author's disoriented state of mind.
It explores themes of cultural clashes, the commercialization of sports, and the breakdown of traditional values.
The book chronicles Thompson's chaotic and often surreal experiences covering the Honolulu Marathon in 1980.
It is characterized by Thompson's signature blend of personal narrative, social commentary, and drug-induced hallucinations.
Steadman's vivid and grotesque illustrations perfectly complement Thompson's writing style.
The book is structured as a fragmented and non-linear narrative, reflecting the author's disoriented state of mind.
It explores themes of cultural clashes, the commercialization of sports, and the breakdown of traditional values.
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Kevin J. Hayes, "Understanding Hunter S. Thompson" (U South Carolina Press, 2025)
