Exploring the mention of Ether in 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' and its connection to a curious George story, examining themes of fear of curiosity in older versions of the book and appreciating the illustrations.
This "Savage Journey into the Heart of the American Dream" is a landmark of Gonzo journalism, a sensational writing style of which Thompson is the OG. Thankfully, we did not have to journey to Las Vegas on our own. We're joined this week by Mel and Dave from Strong Sense of Place, a website and podcast dedicated to literary travel and books we love.
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