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Tom Wolfe

The Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test

This book is a perfect match for fans of Fear & Loathing Letters. It's a wild, first-hand account of Ken Kesey and his band of Merry Pranksters as they cross the country in a psychedelic bus, conducting experiments in mind expansion and dropping acid along the way. Wolfe's immersive, you-are-there writing style perfectly captures the chaos and energy of the era, much like Thompson's own work.

Hunter S. Thompson

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

This is Thompson's most famous work, and for good reason. It's a wild, drug-fueled romp through the seedy underbelly of Las Vegas, with Thompson and his attorney, Dr. Gonzo, on a quest for the American Dream. It's a classic of gonzo journalism, and a must-read for fans of Fear & Loathing Letters.

Jack Kerouac

On the Road

For those who enjoy the travel and counterculture elements of Fear & Loathing Letters, On the Road is a classic. It's a semi-autobiographical account of Kerouac's travels across the country in the 1940s, and it perfectly captures the restless spirit of the Beat Generation. It's a book that's all about the journey, not the destination.

Hunter S. Thompson

The Rum Diary

This is an early novel by Thompson, and it's a great choice for fans of his nonfiction. Set in Puerto Rico in the 1950s, it follows a young journalist named Paul Kemp as he gets drawn into the wild world of expat life. It's a coming-of-age story, a portrait of a place and time, and a cautionary tale about the dangers of excess.

Hunter S. Thompson

The Proud Highway: Saga of a Desperate Southern Gentleman, 1955-1967

This is a collection of Thompson's letters from the early years of his career, and it's a fascinating look at the making of a legend. It's a raw and unvarnished look at Thompson's life and work, with all the energy, humor, and insight that made him such a compelling writer. It's a must-read for fans of Fear & Loathing Letters.

Hunter S. Thompson

The Curse of Lono

This is a book-length piece of gonzo journalism by Thompson, and it's a great choice for fans of his nonfiction. It's a wild and woolly tale of Thompson's trip to Hawaii to cover the Honolulu Marathon, and it's a must-read for fans of Fear & Loathing Letters.