First published 1994
Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson scores a coveted interview with the President of the United States. But when he arrives at the Oval Office, he finds a man consumed by paranoia, ego, and a disturbing obsession with the dark side of power. As Thompson digs deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that shakes the very foundations of the American presidency. With his trademark blend of biting wit and savage insight, Thompson delivers a no-holds-barred exposé that is as thrilling as it is unsettling.
Genres: american, 21st-century, journalism, political-thriller
Vibes: dark, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism, unreliable-narrator
Setting: United States
Period: 1992, 1993-2001
245 pages · Hardcover · Random House